2009 Kia Optima vs. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 3 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Optima | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
