2011 Kia Optima vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2011 Kia Optima and 2011 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 354 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Optima (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Kia Optima | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Optima | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |