2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Insignia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2737 mm |