2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 110 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 Vauxhall 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Sorento | Signum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |