2009 Kia Opirus vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Opirus 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 60 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 549 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Opirus | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Opirus | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
