Kia Optima engine produces 7 HP less power than Hyundai Sonata, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Hyundai Sonata.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.5
no data
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Engines
Engine production duration:
7 years
9 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Kia Sportage, Kia Ceed, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai i30
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai i40, Kia Optima
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Kia Optima might be a better choice in this respect.