2006 Opel Signum vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 386 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Signum | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
