2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sorento and 2008 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 155 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (107 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Corsa 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 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |