2004 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 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 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 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1221 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Optima | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Kia | Land Rover |
| Model | Optima | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2179 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
