2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Tundra | Optima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |