2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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, 2004 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada. 2004 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Strada | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
