2013 Lincoln MKS vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 582 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 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima. 2013 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2013 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Lincoln MKS | 2013 Kia Optima | |
Make | Lincoln | Kia |
Model | MKS | Optima |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5222 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2172 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1565 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |