2002 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2009 Kia Optima

To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo.

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 (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Daewoo Rezzo 2009 Kia Optima
Make Daewoo Kia
Model Rezzo Optima
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 62 L