2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 62 L |