2007 Kia Opirus vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Opirus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 103 kg more than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Opirus | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Opirus | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |