2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 624 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 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 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |