2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 92 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Opirus | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Opirus | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2873 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |