2009 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Optima would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura MDX | 2007 Kia Optima | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | MDX | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |