2004 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Astra | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
