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2008 Kia Optima Comparisons

Individual reviews have their uses, but nothing reveals a car’s pros and cons like cold, hard scrutiny. With our 2008 Kia Optima comparison tool you can see for yourself how any two or three models measure up against this vehicle in body dimensions, horsepower, fuel economy, equipment, pricing, you name it. Our user-friendly format should make differences...
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2008 Kia Optima Research

2008 Kia Optima

MSRP Range:$18,150 - $19,845  |  Get Internet Pricing from a Local Dealer!
Transmissions: 0-Speed Automatic; 4-Speed Manual; 5-Speed Manual
Drivetrains: Front Wheel Drive
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Comparing Kia Optima LX Hyundai Sonata GLS Ford Fusion S
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Year 2008
Make Kia
Model Optima
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  Kia Optima LX Hyundai Sonata GLS Ford Fusion S
MSRP $18,150.00 $18,870.00 $18,135.00
Destination $675.00 $675.00 $725.00
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  Kia Optima LX Hyundai Sonata GLS Ford Fusion S
Standard Engine 2.4L 162hp I4 2.4L 162hp I4 2.3L 160hp I4
Horsepower 162 @ 5800 RPM 162 @ 5800 RPM 160 @ 6250 RPM
Torque 164 @ 4250 RPM 164 @ 4250 RPM 156 @ 4250 RPM
Valves 4 4 4
Displacement (cc) 2359 2359 2261
Bore X Stroke (in.) 3.5 X 3.8 3.5 X 3.8 3.4 X 3.7
Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1 9.7:1
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