2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 682 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Opirus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2810 mm |