2003 Kia Opirus vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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. Both 2003 Kia Opirus and 2005 Kia Sorento are equipped with a 3,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 267 kg more than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Opirus | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Opirus | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
