2003 Kia Opirus vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Opirus | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Opirus | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |