2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 2010 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Maverick | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Maverick | Optima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |