2004 Kia Optima vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Kia Optima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Optima weights approximately 141 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Optima | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Optima | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
