2010 Kia Optima vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 36 kg more 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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Optima | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Optima | Rogue |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4801 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1659 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |