2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2009 Kia Optima and 2009 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
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 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Optima | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Optima | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.2 mm |
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 | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |