2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 677 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Optima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 199 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |