2003 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2003 Isuzu VehiCross and 2003 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 2003 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Isuzu VehiCross | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | VehiCross | Opirus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |