2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia Optima (365 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
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2005 Ford Explorer | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Explorer | Optima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 365 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |