2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sorento | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
