2004 Kia Optima vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (158 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 303 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima.
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, 2004 Kia Optima (245 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Optima | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Optima | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
