2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 302 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Opirus. 2009 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
