Petrol
2004 Kia Optima
The 2004 Kia Optima is a sedan. It has a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine producing 162 hp (121 kW), with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 9.5 seconds and top speed is 109 mph (175 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Kia | Model | Optima |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2004 | Version / Trim | Kia 2004 Optima |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Clear White, White Pearl, Ebony Black, Silver Metallic, Gold Beige Metallic, Ruby Red Metallic, Imperial Blue Pearl, Olive Green Pearl |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | South Korea |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Engine | 2.4L 4-cyl | Engine Size | 2,400 cc |
| Power | 162 hp / 121 kW | Torque | 159 Nm / 117 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 9.5 sec | Top Speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 19 mpg city / 27 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,430 kg (3,153 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2004 SEDANS
Compared with other 2004 sedans in our database, its 162 hp is 28% less than the average 2004 sedan (225 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.8 seconds slower than average, and it is 8% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2004 Kia Optima | Average 2004 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 162 hp | 225 hp (76 cars) | -28% |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 292 Nm (76 cars) | -46% |
| 0–60 mph | 9.5 s | 7.7 s (72 cars) | +23% |
| Top speed | 109 mph | 131 mph (72 cars) | -16% |
| Kerb weight | 1,430 kg | 1,556 kg (86 cars) | -8% |
| Engine size | 2,400 cc | 3,095 cc (86 cars) | -22% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2004 sedans with similar power to the 2004 Kia Optima.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Kia Optima | 162 hp | 9.5 s | 1,430 kg |
| 2004 Audi A4 | 162 hp | 7.2 s | 1,400 kg |
| 2004 Honda Accord | 160 hp | 7.4 s | 1,450 kg |
| 2004 Subaru Legacy/Outback AWD | 165 hp | 9.8 s | 1,450 kg |
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 166 hp | 7.8 s | 1,370 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Navigation System
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Rear Parking Sensors
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre