2003 Kia Opirus vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Opirus | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Opirus | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
