2006 Toyota RunX 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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Optima weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. 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, 2010 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RunX | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | RunX | Optima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
