2009 Kia Opirus vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 63 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Opirus | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Opirus | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |