2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2007 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Kia Opirus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Liberty | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
