2009 Kia Opirus vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Kia Opirus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Kia Opirus.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram 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, 2003 Dodge Ram 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Opirus | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Opirus | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
