2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Kia Optima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 83 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.
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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Intrepid | Optima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
