2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
