DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2003 Kia Optima vs 2003 Toyota Corolla Comparison

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

VS
WINNER

Toyota Corolla

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.

56.5–57.25
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

KiaMakeToyota
OptimaModelCorolla
2003Model year2003
SedanBody typeHatchback
5Seats5
4Doors3/5

Performance

11,5 s0–100 km/h10,9 s
207 km/hTop speed189 km/h
1997 ccEngine displacement1995 cc
136 HPPower110 HP
181 NmTorque250 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

PetrolFuel typeDiesel
65 ltFuel tank55 lt
12,6 ltUrban consumption7,3 lt
7,1 ltExtra-urban consumption4,7 lt
9,1 ltAverage consumption—

Transmission & Chassis

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

Dimensions

4720 mmLength4180 mm
1815 mmWidth1710 mm
1410 mmHeight1475 mm
1415-1496 KgWeight1290 Kg
2700 mmWheelbase2600 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2003 Kia Optima and 2003 Toyota Corolla 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, Toyota Corolla 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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