2000 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daewoo Chairman 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 2000 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Optima, 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, 2000 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2000 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Chairman | 2005 Kia Optima | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Chairman | Optima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 199 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |