2006 Acura RL vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RL | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |