2009 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 631 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2005 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Fit | Opirus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |