2003 Kia Opirus vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, both 2003 Kia Opirus and 2003 Samsung SM3 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 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM3. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Opirus | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Kia | Samsung |
Model | Opirus | SM3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |