2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sorento and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 702 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |