2012 Kia Optima vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 258 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Optima | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Optima | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 3270 mm |
