2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (192 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 824 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1203 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
