2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,310 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Camry | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Camry | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |