2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Tigra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |