2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2004 Donkervoort D8 and 2004 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Optima weights approximately 863 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2004 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Kia |
| Model | D8 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
