2000 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Kia Opirus

To start off, 2010 Kia Opirus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Kia Opirus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Opirus. 2010 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Toyota Tundra 2010 Kia Opirus
Make Toyota Kia
Model Tundra Opirus
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4663 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 242 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 426 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 93.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 85.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1897 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2810 mm


 

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