2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 425 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
