2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Insignia 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2737 mm |