2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 352 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Expedition | Optima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
