2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2005 Kia Opirus and 2005 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70.
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 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Opirus | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Opirus | C70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |