2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Opirus | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Opirus | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
