2004 Kia Opirus vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Opirus | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Opirus | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
