2002 Kia Optima vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 11 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Optima. (216 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Optima. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Kia Optima | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Optima | Escape |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1432 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |