2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 760 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Durango | Optima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
