2004 Kia Optima vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Optima would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 918 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima. 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (245 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Optima | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Optima | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
