2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
