2007 Kia Optima vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Optima weights approximately 7 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Optima | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Optima | LFA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
