2000 Toyota Soarer vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 276 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima. 2000 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Soarer | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Soarer | Optima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2797 mm |