2006 Kia Opirus vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Kia Opirus. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Opirus.
Because 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Opirus | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Opirus | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |