2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
