2009 Kia Optima vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Optima would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2009 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Optima | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Optima | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |