2009 Kia Optima vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Optima weights approximately 529 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Optima | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Optima | Armada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |