2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Sorento | VX220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |