1993 Infiniti J30 vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30.
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, 2004 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Infiniti J30 | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | J30 | Opirus |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |