2002 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2002 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2006 Kia Optima | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Aceca | Optima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
