2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 550 | Opirus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1660 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |