2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sorento | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
