2006 Kia Optima vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Kia Optima and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Optima (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Optima | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |