Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 110.0 in | -12 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 190.7 in | -17.1 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 72.1 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 57.3 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3385 lb. | -602 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 57.2 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 54.7 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 45.5 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.6 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 55.7 in | -6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 54.5 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 34.7 in | -3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -6.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Kia Optima.