2006 Kia Opirus vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Kia Opirus. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Opirus weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2011 Infiniti M 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 2011 Infiniti M. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Opirus | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Kia | Infiniti |
Model | Opirus | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |