2009 Kia Opirus vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Kia Opirus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Opirus. 2009 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Impreza 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.
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2009 Kia Opirus | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Opirus | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |