Petrol
2009 Kia Optima
The 2009 Kia Optima is a sedan. It has a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine producing 162 hp (121 kW), with a 5-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 | 2009 | Version / Trim | Kia 2009 Optima |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Clear White, White Pearl, Ebony Black, Bright Silver Metallic, Midnight Grey Metallic, Light Almond Beige Metallic, Dark Red Wine Pearl, Deep Ocean Blue Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | South Korea |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic 5-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 | 22 mpg city / 32 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,430 kg (3,153 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2009 SEDANS
Compared with other 2009 sedans in our database, its 162 hp is 43% less than the average 2009 sedan (286 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 2.5 seconds slower than average, and it is 13% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2009 Kia Optima | Average 2009 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 162 hp | 286 hp (109 cars) | -43% |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 359 Nm (109 cars) | -56% |
| 0–60 mph | 9.5 s | 7.0 s (107 cars) | +35% |
| Top speed | 109 mph | 138 mph (107 cars) | -21% |
| Kerb weight | 1,430 kg | 1,639 kg (122 cars) | -13% |
| Engine size | 2,400 cc | 3,445 cc (122 cars) | -30% |
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 2009 sedans with similar power to the 2009 Kia Optima.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Kia Optima | 162 hp | 9.5 s | 1,430 kg |
| 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | 160 hp | 7.8 s | 1,430 kg |
| 2009 Ford Fusion FWD | 160 hp | 8.5 s | 1,500 kg |
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 158 hp | 8.1 s | 1,280 kg |
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 167 hp | 7.5 s | 1,370 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
Spare Tyre