2006 Kia Opirus vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Kia Opirus and 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Kia Opirus. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Opirus weights approximately 297 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Opirus | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Opirus | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |