2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 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, 2004 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
