2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 332 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2000 Opel Astra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |