DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2002 Kia Optima vs 2002 BMW Z3 Comparison

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

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WINNER

Kia Optima

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.25 points.

59.5–59.25
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

Kia OptimaSpecificationBMW Z3
KiaMakeBMW
OptimaModelZ3
2002Model year2002
SedanBody typeCabriolet
5Seats2
4Doors2

Performance

Kia OptimaSpecificationBMW Z3
—0–100 km/h10,4 s
0 km/hTop speed196 km/h
1836 ccEngine displacement1895 cc
134 HPPower118 HP
169 NmTorque190 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

Kia OptimaSpecificationBMW Z3
PetrolFuel typePetrol
65 ltFuel tank51 lt
—Urban consumption11 lt
—Extra-urban consumption6 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Kia OptimaSpecificationBMW Z3
Front-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears5
195/70 R14Tyre size225/50 R16
YesABSYes

Dimensions

Kia OptimaSpecificationBMW Z3
4745 mmLength4050 mm
1815 mmWidth1740 mm
1420 mmHeight1288 mm
1320 KgWeight1220 Kg
2700 mmWheelbase2446 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2002 Kia Optima and 2002 BMW Z3 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, Kia Optima leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.25 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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