Model Year | 2023 | 2020 | |
Model | Subaru Ascent | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 110.4 in | 3.4 in |
Length | 196.8 in | 191.1 in | 5.7 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 73.2 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 71.6 in | 57.7 in | 13.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4421 lb. | 3558 lb. | 863 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.3 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.8 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 58.1 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 45.5 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.8 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.3 in | 56.4 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 35.6 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.0 in | 0.0 in | 57 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.7 in | 0.0 in | 31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 31.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.5 ft3 | 15.9 | 27.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.6 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 59.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Subaru Ascent.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Optima.