2001 Honda Fit 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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 548 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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 (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Fit | Optima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
