Model Year | 2019 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Toyota Camry | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5600 220 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 107.1 in | 3.3 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 189.2 in | 1.9 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.7 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.7 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3558 lb. | 3450 lb. | 108 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.5 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 54.4 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.6 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 56.7 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.1 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.8 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Optima.
2006 Toyota Camry Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I have arthritis and it is great to have a seat that i can lower and slide way back. Not just great - it was important in the purchase decision. . see full Toyota Camry review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat is large and lots of leg room. Nice feature is the center armrest, which many cars in this price range do not have. see full Toyota Camry review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Big and comfy. see full Toyota Camry review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Big and comfy. see full Toyota Camry review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 187-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Very big seat area for a big person. Easy to get in and out of. see full Toyota Camry review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 157-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The wings are not angled up too steeply for my wide, creaky hips. I still need a two-inch foam insert to see properly and compensate for the lack of OEM padding in the seat, though. see full Toyota Camry review |
2006 Toyota Camry Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
These seats seem to have been designed for someone 250 pounds. Wide, flat, and no proper support for your back. While this has a lumbar support for the driver, the poor seat design makes this uncomfortable for long trips. see full Toyota Camry review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It could not seat three adults, while the Ford could easily seat three large people, and give them limo-like legroom. see full Toyota Camry review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
ok, but not as roomy as the azera see full Toyota Camry review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
knees touching the back of the front seat (after i adjusted the front seat to how i would sit) see full Toyota Camry review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 157-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Hand parking brake uncomfortable to right leg on long trips. see full Toyota Camry review |