2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Armada | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Armada | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 313 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |