2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Colorado | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |