2010 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 243 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Camaro | Optima |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1697 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1377 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
