2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (245 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Ridgeline | Optima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |