2003 Kia Opirus vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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. 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Opirus | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Kia | Xedos |
| Model | Opirus | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
