2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sorento 2005 Vauxhall Omega
Make Kia Vauxhall
Model Sorento Omega
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 209 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 1953 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2740 mm


 

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