Honda Civic Type R vs KIA Optima Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Essential driving assistance features as standard Easy to use infotainment system Upscale ride quality and handling.  Read More
Things we don't like	--	Clumsy base engine Average fuel efficiency Moderate second row and trunk space. Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	9.8:1	11.3:1

Transmission

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

Performance

Engine Displacement	1996 cc	2359 cc
Power	306 hp	185 hp
Torque	400 Nm	241 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	728 L	450 L
Seating Capacity	4 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	47 L	70 L
Length	4457 mm	4854 mm
Width	1877 mm	1859 mm
Height	1435 mm	1466 mm
Wheel Base	2700 mm	2804 mm
Front Tread	1600 mm	--
Rear Tread	1592 mm	--
No Of Doors	4	4
Front Headroom	998 mm	1011 mm
Front Legroom	1074 mm	1155 mm
Rear Headroom	950 mm	960 mm
Rear Legroom	912 mm	904 mm
Ground Clearance	--	135 mm
Kerb Weight	--	1465 Kg

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Suspension & Brakes

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

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	20 Inch	16 Inch
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R20	R16
Tyre Size	--	205/65R16

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	6 m	5.4 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

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

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	--
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	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
Traction Control	Yes	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	2.0 L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0 L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 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	No	--
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	No
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	No	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	No	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	No	No
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
Follow Me Home Headlamps	No	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	No	No
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	No
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	No	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	No	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	No	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	--
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	--
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

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

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Exterior

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

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Miscellaneous

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

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