2005 Kia Optima vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Optima | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Optima | Titan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 522 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |