2011 Kia Optima vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Optima would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 572 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Optima | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Optima | Terracan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |