2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 539 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima.
Because 2008 Ford Explorer 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 2008 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Optima (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
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2008 Ford Explorer | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Explorer | Optima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |