2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2009 Kia Optima and 2009 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2009 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Optima | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Optima | Stilo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |