2004 Kia Optima vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 6 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 296 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.
Because 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (297 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Optima | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Optima | Antara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
