2009 Kia Opirus vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Kia Opirus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 Kia Opirus.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Kia Opirus | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Opirus | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 2015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
