2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 38 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.
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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Opirus | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Opirus | 407 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |