2007 BMW 130 vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 2007 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 130 | Opirus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |