2007 Kia Optima vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Optima would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Optima | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Optima | B4000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |