DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2005 Kia Optima vs 2005 Mazda 3 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.

66.25–65.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

Kia OptimaSpecificationMazda 3
KiaMakeMazda
OptimaModel3
2005Model year2005
SedanBody typeHatchback
5Seats5
4Doors5

Performance

Kia OptimaSpecificationMazda 3
—0–100 km/h9,0 s
195 km/hTop speed200 km/h
1997 ccEngine displacement1999 cc
149 HPPower150 HP
193 NmTorque187 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

Kia OptimaSpecificationMazda 3
PetrolFuel typePetrol
65 ltFuel tank55 lt
—Urban consumption11,5 lt
—Extra-urban consumption6,3 lt
—Average consumption8,2 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Kia OptimaSpecificationMazda 3
Front-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
5Gears5
195/70 R14Tyre size205/55 R16
YesABSYes

Dimensions

Kia OptimaSpecificationMazda 3
4745 mmLength4420 mm
1815 mmWidth1755 mm
1420 mmHeight1465 mm
1405 KgWeight1235 Kg
2700 mmWheelbase2640 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2005 Kia Optima and 2005 Mazda 3 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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