2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa 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 134 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 959 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |