2005 Rover 25 vs. 2010 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2010 Kia Opirus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Opirus weights approximately 787 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25. 2010 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 2010 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 25 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
