2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 420 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
