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Kia Optima (2020) vs. Kia Optima (2008) Specs

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2020 Kia Optima and 2008 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2020 2008  
Model Kia Optima Kia Optima  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.4 in 107.1 in 3.3 in
Length 191.1 in 186.4 in 4.7 in
Width 73.2 in 71.1 in 2.1 in
Height 57.7 in 58.3 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 3230 lb. 3142 lb. 88 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 17.0 gal. 1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.8 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.1 in 57.1 in 1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.0 in 54.5 in 1.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 43.7 in 1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 38.0 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.4 in 56.3 in 0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.0 in 54.7 in 1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 37.8 in -2.2 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 81.5 in (over 2 rows) -0.4 in
Cargo Volume 15.9 ft3 14.8 ft3 1.1 ft3

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2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review
 
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