2006 BMW 630 vs. 2006 Kia Opirus

To start off, both 2006 BMW 630 and 2006 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Kia Opirus. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Opirus weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.

Because 2006 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Opirus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Opirus. 2006 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 630 2006 Kia Opirus
Make BMW Kia
Model 630 Opirus
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 9.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1897 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L