2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall 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 2004 Vauxhall 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall 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.
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2003 Kia Sorento | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Sorento | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1795 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 | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |