2008 Hyundai Azera vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Azera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 702 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2008 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Azera | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Azera | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
