Kia Optima 2018 vs Renault Talisman 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 178 HP | 225 HP | |
| Torque: | 265 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds | |
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Renault Talisman is a more dynamic driving. Kia Optima engine produces 47 HP less power than Renault Talisman, whereas torque is 35 NM less than Renault Talisman. Due to the lower power, Kia Optima reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 51 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Talisman 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 Renault Talisman version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.85 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.49 m | 1.46 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Kia Optima and Renault Talisman are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | 608 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1022 litres | |
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Renault Talisman has more luggage space. Kia Optima has 158 litres less trunk space than the Renault Talisman. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Kia Optima is 0.7 metres less than that of the Renault Talisman, which means Kia Optima can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`050 kg | 2`064 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`490 kg | 1`487 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 560 kg | 577 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 12 600 | 9600 | |
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