2006 Kia Optima vs. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr

To start off, both 2006 Kia Optima and 2006 Lincoln Zephyr were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima.

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, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Kia Optima 2006 Lincoln Zephyr
Make Kia Lincoln
Model Optima Zephyr
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 990 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 66 L