2005 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight 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, 2004 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 920 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. 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, 2004 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight. 2004 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Insight | Opirus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |