2010 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 943 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Expedition | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Expedition | Optima |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2526 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
