2005 Kia Optima vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 473 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 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Optima | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Optima | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
