2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Endeavor | Optima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
