2002 Kia Optima vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Optima would be higher. At 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2002 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Optima.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Optima. (216 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Optima. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Kia Optima | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Optima | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 700 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2891 mm |