2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
