Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Golf | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 315 hp@5900 280 lb-ft@1900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 103.6 in | 6.4 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 168.8 in | 21.9 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 70.4 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 57.6 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 3481 lb. | -96 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.5 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 55.9 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 53.4 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.2 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 53.9 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 46.3 in | 8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 35.0 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 19.9 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | -19.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Golf.