2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
