2003 Kia Opirus vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus. 2003 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Opirus | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Opirus | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |