2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (255 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2003 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
