2009 Kia Optima vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2010 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Optima | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Optima | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |