2011 Kia Optima vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. Both 2011 Kia Optima and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 6 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2011 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Optima | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |