DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2005 Kia Optima vs 2005 Mazda MX-5 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

KiaMakeMazda
OptimaModelMX-5
2005Model year2005
SedanBody typeCabriolet
5Seats2
4Doors2

Performance

—0–100 km/h8,3 s
195 km/hTop speed215 km/h
1997 ccEngine displacement1999 cc
149 HPPower160 HP
193 NmTorque188 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

PetrolFuel typePetrol
65 ltFuel tank50 lt
—Urban consumption10,6 lt
—Extra-urban consumption6,0 lt
—Average consumption7,7 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Front-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears5
195/70 R14Tyre size205/50 R16
YesABS—

Dimensions

4745 mmLength3995 mm
1815 mmWidth1720 mm
1420 mmHeight1245 mm
1405 KgWeight1055 Kg
2700 mmWheelbase2330 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2005 Kia Optima and 2005 Mazda MX-5 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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