2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum 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 19 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
