2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
