2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1245 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |