2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee 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 5 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Osee. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Osee. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Osee | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Osee | Opirus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |