2004 Kia Opirus vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Kia Opirus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Opirus | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Opirus | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2990 mm |
