2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 112 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
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, 2011 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Touran | Optima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2797 mm |
