2004 Kia Opirus vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 182 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z. 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Opirus | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Opirus | 370Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |