2010 Kia Optima vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Optima would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Optima | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Optima | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4801 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
