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KiaKia Optima I (facelift 2003) 2.0 (149 Hp)2003, 2004, 2005: specs, Fuel consumption, Dimensions

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Key specs

Kia Optima I (facelift 2003) 2.0 (149 Hp) /Sedan 2003 - 2005/
What is the body type of Kia Optima I (facelift 2003)?
Sedan, 4 Doors, 5 Seats
How fast is 2003 Optima I (facelift 2003) 2.0 (149 Hp)?
195 km/h | 121 mph
What is the power output of Kia Optima Sedan 2003 2.0 (149 Hp)?
149 Hp, 193 Nm
142 lb.-ft.
What is the engine displacement of Kia Optima Sedan 2003 2.0 (149 Hp)?
2.0 l
1997 cm3
121.86 cu. in.
What is the number of cylinders in 2003 Kia 2.0 (149 Hp)?
4, Inline
What is the drivetrain of Kia Optima I (facelift 2003) Sedan 2003 2.0 (149 Hp)?
Front wheel drive. ICE. The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
What is the length of 2003 Kia Optima Sedan?
4745 mm
186.81 in.
What is the width of 2003 Kia Optima Sedan?
1815 mm
71.46 in.
What is the kerb weight of 2003 Kia Optima I (facelift 2003) 2.0 (149 Hp)?
1405 kg
3097 lbs.
What is the trunk (boot) capacity of 2003 Kia Optima Sedan?
385 l
13.6 cu. ft.
What are the number of gears and the gearbox type of 2003 Kia Optima I (facelift 2003) 2.0 (149 Hp)?
5, manual transmission

General information

Brand
Model
Modification (Engine)
2.0 (149 Hp)
Start of production
2003
End of production
2005
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Body type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
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Performance specs

Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Maximum speed
195 km/h 121 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 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

Volume and weights

Kerb Weight
1405 kg 3097 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
Tire size
195/70 R14
Wheel rim size
14