2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Sequoia | Optima |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2606 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
