2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |