2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Kia Opirus and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Opirus | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Opirus | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |