2011 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 477 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sorento | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Astra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
