2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2007 Kia Opirus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Opirus weights approximately 677 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2007 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-350 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
