2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra 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 47 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 662 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. 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 2000 Opel Astra. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
