2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 422 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
