2004 Kia Opirus vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 205 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Opirus | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Opirus | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |