2009 Kia Optima vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Optima | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
