2013 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2013 Jeep Wrangler and 2013 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 463 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 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Kia Optima (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. 2013 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Jeep Wrangler | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Optima |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4684 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1798 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
