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Kia Optima I (facelift 2003) 2.0 (149 Hp) – Full specifications

General information
Brand Kia
Model Optima
Generation Optima I (facelift 2003)
Modification (Engine) 2.0 (149 Hp)
Start of production 2003 year
End of production 2005 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body type Sedan
Seats 5
Doors 4
Performance specs
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Maximum speed 195 km/h
121.17 mph
Weight-to-power ratio 9.4 kg/Hp, 106 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 7.3 kg/Nm, 137.4 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 149 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre 74.6 Hp/l
Torque 193 Nm @ 4500 rpm.
142.35 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm.
Engine layout Front, Transverse
Engine displacement 1997 cm3
121.86 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 4
Engine configuration Inline
Cylinder Bore 85 mm
3.35 in.
Piston Stroke 88 mm
3.46 in.
Compression ratio 10:1
Number of valves per cylinder 4
Fuel injection system Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain DOHC

Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1405 kg
3097.49 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space – minimum 385 l
13.6 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 65 l
17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal
Dimensions
Length 4745 mm
186.81 in.
Width 1815 mm
71.46 in.
Height 1420 mm
55.91 in.
Wheelbase 2700 mm
106.3 in.
Front track 1540 mm
60.63 in.
Rear (Back) track 1530 mm
60.24 in.
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 10.4 m
34.12 ft.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Front wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox 5 gears, manual transmission
Front suspension Wishbone
Rear suspension Coil spring
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Disc
Assisting systems ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tires size 195/70 R14
Wheel rims size 14