2003 Kia Opirus vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Opirus | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Opirus | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
