DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2005 Saab 9-3 vs 2005 Kia Optima Comparison

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

VS
WINNER

Kia Optima

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.

65.5–66.25
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

Saab 9-3SpecificationKia Optima
SaabMakeKia
9-3ModelOptima
2005Model year2005
EstateBody typeSedan
5Seats5
5Doors4

Performance

Saab 9-3SpecificationKia Optima
10,2 s0–100 km/h—
205 km/hTop speed195 km/h
1998 ccEngine displacement1997 cc
150 HPPower149 HP
240 NmTorque193 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

Saab 9-3SpecificationKia Optima
PetrolFuel typePetrol
62 ltFuel tank65 lt
10,9 ltUrban consumption—
5,9 ltExtra-urban consumption—
7,8 ltAverage consumption—

Transmission & Chassis

Saab 9-3SpecificationKia Optima
Front-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
5Gears5
195/65 R15Tyre size195/70 R14
YesABSYes

Dimensions

Saab 9-3SpecificationKia Optima
4654 mmLength4745 mm
1782 mmWidth1815 mm
1507 mmHeight1420 mm
1405 KgWeight1405 Kg
2675 mmWheelbase2700 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2005 Saab 9-3 and 2005 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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