2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 724 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
