2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (321 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 321 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |