2010 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 286 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima.
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 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Taurus | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Optima |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |