2006 Kia Optima vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 4 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Optima | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |