1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (274 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 790 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima. 2011 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Optima |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2797 mm |