2011 Kia Optima vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Orlando would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 146 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Optima | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Optima | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2760 mm |
