2004 Honda Fit vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit.
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, 2009 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Fit | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |