2001 Honda City vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 514 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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, 2013 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda City | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | City | Optima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2795 mm |
