2010 Kia Forte vs 2010 Kia Optima
| EPA figure | 2010 Kia Forte | 2010 Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body · drive | Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas | Midsize · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 28 | 23 |
| City / highway MPG | 25 / 34 | 20 / 28 |
| Fuel a year | $2,400 | $2,900 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 317 | 386 |
| Engine | 2.0 L 4-cyl | 2.7 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd | Automatic 5-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.