2006 Kia Optima vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 534 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Optima | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |