2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2005 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sportage | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
