2004 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 601 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Insight | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |