2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2000 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Because 2000 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus. 2005 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2000 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Opirus | 2000 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Opirus | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |