2004 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 661 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Astra | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |