2005 Kia Optima vs. 2010 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 33 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Optima | 2010 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Optima | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
