2009 Ford Edge vs. 2010 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2010 Kia Opirus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Opirus weights approximately 787 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2010 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Edge | Opirus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 Weight | 1110 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |