Petrol
2005 Kia Optima
The 2005 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 | 2005 | Version / Trim | Kia 2005 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 / 28 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,430 kg (3,153 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2005 SEDANS
Compared with other 2005 sedans in our database, its 162 hp is 31% less than the average 2005 sedan (236 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.9 seconds slower than average, and it is 8% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2005 Kia Optima | Average 2005 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 162 hp | 236 hp (84 cars) | -31% |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 303 Nm (84 cars) | -47% |
| 0–60 mph | 9.5 s | 7.6 s (79 cars) | +25% |
| Top speed | 109 mph | 132 mph (79 cars) | -17% |
| Kerb weight | 1,430 kg | 1,555 kg (97 cars) | -8% |
| Engine size | 2,400 cc | 3,102 cc (97 cars) | -23% |
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 2005 sedans with similar power to the 2005 Kia Optima.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Kia Optima | 162 hp | 9.5 s | 1,430 kg |
| 2005 Audi A4 | 162 hp | 7.2 s | 1,400 kg |
| 2005 Honda Accord | 160 hp | 7.4 s | 1,450 kg |
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 166 hp | 7.8 s | 1,370 kg |
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 157 hp | 8.0 s | 1,500 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