2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |