2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
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, 2007 Kia Optima (222 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Prelude | Optima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
