2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (334 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Kia Opirus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Opirus | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Opirus | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 334 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |