2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V.
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, 2009 Kia Optima (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | HR-V | Optima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |