2005 Kia Optima vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 898 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Optima 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Kia Toyota
Model Optima Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 434 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 2395 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 16.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 96 L


 

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