Ford Taurus vs KIA Optima Comparison

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Things we like	Spacious and comfortable cabin Performance Driving pleasure  Read More	Essential driving assistance features as standard Easy to use infotainment system Upscale ride quality and handling.  Read More
Things we don't like	Outdated styling Lack of features   Read More	Clumsy base engine Average fuel efficiency Moderate second row and trunk space. Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	6	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	MPFI	--
Compression Ratio	10.3:1	11.3:1

Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	3498 cc	2359 cc
Power	288 hp	185 hp
Torque	344 Nm	241 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	569 L	450 L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	72 L	70 L
Length	5154 mm	4854 mm
Width	2177 mm	1859 mm
Height	1542 mm	1466 mm
Wheel Base	2868 mm	2804 mm
Front Tread	1659 mm	--
Rear Tread	1664 mm	--
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1777 kg	1465 Kg
Front Headroom	991 mm	1011 mm
Front Legroom	1123 mm	1155 mm
Rear Headroom	960 mm	960 mm
Rear Legroom	968 mm	904 mm
Ground Clearance	--	135 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	Independent	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	18 Inch	16 Inch
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R18	R16
Tyre Size	--	205/65R16

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Power
Steering Column	Adjustable	Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Turning Radius	--	5.4 m

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	--	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	--	Yes
Traction Control	--	Yes

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Security

Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Smart Access Card Entry	--	No
Central Locking	--	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	--	No

Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	3.5L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC 3.5L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC	2.4L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.4L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	--
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	No
Heated Seats - Rear	No	--
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	No
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	No
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	--
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	--	No
Engine Start/Stop Button	--	No
Multi-function Steering Wheel	--	Yes
Cruise Control	--	Yes
Keyless Entry	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	No	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	--	Yes
Navigation System	--	No
Integrated 2DIN Audio	--	Yes
Voice Control	--	No

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	No
Wheel Covers	No	--
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	--
Tinted Glass	Yes	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	Yes
Roof Carrier	No	--
Side Stepper	No	--
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	--
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	Yes
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Solid Discs Solid Discs
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Fog Lights Front	--	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	--	Yes
Rear Spoiler	--	No
Sun Roof	--	Optional Optional
Integrated Antenna	--	Yes

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	--
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	--
Leather Steering Wheel	No	--
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	No	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	Projector Projector

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