2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 468 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |