2007 Ford Edge vs. 2007 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2007 Ford Edge and 2007 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2007 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Edge | Opirus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |