2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 467 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Opirus | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Opirus | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |