2002 Honda Lagreat 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 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 472 kg more than 2006 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Lagreat | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Lagreat | Optima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |