2004 Kia Optima vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1073 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
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2004 Kia Optima | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Optima | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |