2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 838 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 2000 Holden Astra | |
Make | Kia | Holden |
Model | Sorento | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |