2005 Kia Opirus vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Opirus | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Opirus | SVX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |