2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 4 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2007 Opel Agila. 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 2007 Opel Agila. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2007 Opel Agila | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Agila |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |