2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (447 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 222 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |