DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2004 Kia Optima vs 2004 Lexus IS 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 0.75 points.

63.25–62.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

Kia OptimaSpecificationLexus IS
KiaMakeLexus
OptimaModelIS
2004Model year2004
SedanBody typeSedan
5Seats5
4Doors4

Performance

Kia OptimaSpecificationLexus IS
—0–100 km/h9,5 s
195 km/hTop speed215 km/h
1997 ccEngine displacement1988 cc
149 HPPower155 HP
193 NmTorque195 Nm
4Cylinders6

Fuel & Consumption

Kia OptimaSpecificationLexus IS
PetrolFuel typePetrol
65 ltFuel tank70 lt
—Urban consumption12,9 lt
—Extra-urban consumption7,8 lt
—Average consumption9,6 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Kia OptimaSpecificationLexus IS
Front-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears6
195/70 R14Tyre size215/45 ZR17
YesABSYes

Dimensions

Kia OptimaSpecificationLexus IS
4745 mmLength4400 mm
1815 mmWidth1720 mm
1420 mmHeight1420 mm
1405 KgWeight1360 Kg
2700 mmWheelbase2670 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2004 Kia Optima and 2004 Lexus IS 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 0.75 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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