2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 351 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vectra | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Vectra | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 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 | 1705 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |