2009 Kia Optima vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 773 kg more than 2009 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Optima | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Optima | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 2292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 104 L |