2006 Kia Optima vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, both 2006 Kia Optima and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Optima (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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 Kia Optima (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Optima | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |