Kia Optima vs Subaru WRX Comparison

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Things we like	Sharp pricing Powerful 2.0L turbo engine  Standard kit Read More	Punchy Boxer engine Spacious cabin  Engaging ride quality  Read More
Things we don't like	Bumpy GT ride Thirsty engine  Stiff suspension Read More	Material quality City driving Lack of connectivity bits  Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	11.3:1	10.6:1
Fuel Supply System	--	Direct Injection

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Manual
Gear Box	6- Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	--	AWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	2358 cc	1998 cc
Power	185 hp	264 hp
Torque	241 Nm	350 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	--	6.0 s

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	450 L	460 L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	70 L	60 L
Length	4855 mm	4595 mm
Width	1860 mm	1795 mm
Ground Clearance	135 mm	135 mm
Height	1465 mm	1475 mm
Wheel Base	2805 mm	2650 mm
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1585 kg	--
Gross Weight	2060 kg	--
Front Tread	--	1530 mm
Rear Tread	--	1540 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Double Wishbone

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	215/55 R17	245/40 R18
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R18

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	5.5 m	5.5 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	--
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	--
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	--
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	No	No
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	2.4L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.4L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	--
Glove Box Cooling	No	No
Engine Start/Stop Button	No	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	No
Heated Seats - Rear	No	--
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	No	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	No	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	No
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	No	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	No	No
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	No	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	Yes	No
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	No	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	No	--
Rear Window Washer	No	--
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Tinted Glass	No	--
Rear Spoiler	No	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	--
Sun Roof	No	No
Moon Roof	No	--
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	--
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Roof Rail	No	--
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	Yes
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Discs Discs

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	No
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	No	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	No
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Emission Control System	Yes	Yes
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 5 Euro 5	--
Headlamp Type	Dual projector Dual projector	--
Outside Temperature Display	--	Yes

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