2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 6 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 555 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.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Opirus | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Opirus | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3001 mm |
