2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, both vehicles can yield 241 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Kia Optima | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tucson | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |