2005 Kia Optima vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
To start off, both 2005 Kia Optima and 2005 Toyota Mark II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II 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, 2005 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Optima | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Optima | Mark II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |