1999 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. 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, 2011 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Integra | Optima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
