2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 385 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma (382 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Tacoma | Optima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 229 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |