2012 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 594 kg more than 2005 Holden 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sorento | 2005 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Sorento | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
