2006 Kia Opirus vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Kia Opirus. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Opirus weights approximately 267 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Opirus | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Opirus | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
