2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 890 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
