2010 Kia Optima vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, both 2010 Kia Optima and 2010 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima. 2010 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Kia Optima | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Optima | 335 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4801 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |