DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2003 Hyundai Elantra vs 2003 Kia Optima Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

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WINNER

Hyundai Elantra

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.

57.25–56.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

HyundaiMakeKia
ElantraModelOptima
2003Model year2003
SedanBody typeSedan
5Seats5
4Doors4

Performance

11,7 s0–100 km/h11,5 s
190 km/hTop speed207 km/h
1991 ccEngine displacement1997 cc
113 HPPower136 HP
235 NmTorque181 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

DieselFuel typePetrol
55 ltFuel tank65 lt
8,6 ltUrban consumption12,6 lt
5,1 ltExtra-urban consumption7,1 lt
6,4 ltAverage consumption9,1 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Front-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
5Gears5
195/60 R15Tyre size195/70 R14; 205/60 R15
YesABSYes

Dimensions

4495 mmLength4720 mm
1720 mmWidth1815 mm
1425 mmHeight1410 mm
1388 KgWeight1415-1496 Kg
2610 mmWheelbase2700 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2003 Hyundai Elantra and 2003 Kia Optima approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Hyundai Elantra leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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