2001 Toyota Verossa vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
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 Toyota Verossa (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Verossa | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Verossa | Optima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |