1998 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 704 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. 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, 2004 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX. 2004 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CRX | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
