2012 Kia Optima vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2012 Kia Optima and 2012 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 438 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS 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 2012 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Optima | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Optima | LS |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |