2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Fiorino would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 2011 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Fiorino | Optima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
