Kia Optima 2018 vs Peugeot 508 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 178 HP | 165 HP | |
| Torque: | 265 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds | |
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Kia Optima is more dynamic to drive. Kia Optima engine produces 13 HP more power than Peugeot 508, whereas torque is 25 NM more than Peugeot 508. Thanks to more power Kia Optima reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 | 5.8 | |
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The Peugeot 508 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Kia Optima consumes 1.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 508, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Kia Optima could require 270 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 72 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 920 km in combined cycle | 1240 km in combined cycle | |
| 1090 km on highway | 1500 km on highway | ||
| Peugeot 508 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 146 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Peugeot 508 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Peugeot 508 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 250'000 km | 280'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Kia Sportage, Kia Ceed, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Elantra | Used also on Peugeot 208 | |
| 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Peugeot 508 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.83 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.49 m | 1.46 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Kia Optima is 3 cm longer than the Peugeot 508, 3 cm wider, while the height of Kia Optima is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | 473 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1183 litres | |
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Peugeot 508 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Kia Optima uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 12.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Kia Optima is 1.3 metres less than that of the Peugeot 508, which means Kia Optima can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`050 kg | 2`015 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`490 kg | 1`410 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 560 kg | 605 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 12 600 | 8000 | |
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