2013 Kia Optima EX vs. 2013 Kia Optima SX
To start off, both 2013 Kia Optima EX and 2013 Kia Optima SX were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Optima EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima SX (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima EX. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima SX should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima SX weights approximately 84 kg more than 2013 Kia Optima EX. 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 SX (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima EX. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima SX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima EX. 2013 Kia Optima SX has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia Optima EX has manual transmission. 2013 Kia Optima EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Optima SX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Kia Optima EX | 2013 Kia Optima SX | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Optima | Optima |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 197 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 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 | 1454 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4845 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2795 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |