2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Combo. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Combo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |