2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 149 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Opirus | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Opirus | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |