2011 Kia Optima vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 336 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima. 2011 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Optima | Frontier |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1919 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |