2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 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 2005 Alpina B3 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 2005 Alpina B3. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Alpina | Kia |
Model | B3 | Opirus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |