2003 • Lexus
IS
Lexus IS 2003Overall Score62.5/100
2003 Lexus IS vs 2003 Kia Optima Comparison
Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.
2003 • Kia
Optima
Kia Optima 2.0 (149 Hp) 2003Overall Score63.25/100
WINNER
Kia Optima
Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.
62.5–63.25
SPECIFICATION GROUPS
Every difference between the two cars
Basic Specifications
Lexus ISSpecificationKia Optima
LexusMakeKia
ISModelOptima
2003Model year2003
SedanBody typeSedan
5Seats5
4Doors4
Performance
Lexus ISSpecificationKia Optima
9,5 s0–100 km/h—
215 km/hTop speed195 km/h
1988 ccEngine displacement1997 cc
155 HPPower149 HP
195 NmTorque193 Nm
6Cylinders4
Fuel & Consumption
Lexus ISSpecificationKia Optima
PetrolFuel typePetrol
70 ltFuel tank65 lt
12,9 ltUrban consumption—
7,8 ltExtra-urban consumption—
9,6 ltAverage consumption—
Transmission & Chassis
Lexus ISSpecificationKia Optima
Rear-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
6Gears5
215/45 ZR17Tyre size195/70 R14
YesABSYes
Dimensions
Lexus ISSpecificationKia Optima
4400 mmLength4745 mm
1720 mmWidth1815 mm
1420 mmHeight1420 mm
1360 KgWeight1405 Kg
2670 mmWheelbase2700 mm
E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note
2003 Lexus IS and 2003 Kia Optima 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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