2011 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen GTI and 2011 Kia Optima 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, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen GTI | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | GTI | Optima |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |