2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 7 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 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 38 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 387 kg more than 2012 Opel Vivaro. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1613 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |