2010 Kia Opirus vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Opirus weights approximately 567 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Opirus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 2010 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Opirus | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Opirus | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |