2012 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 33 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Kia Optima (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
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2012 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Tucson | Optima |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |