Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Lincoln MKX | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6250 250 lb-ft@4500 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 107.1 in | 4.1 in |
Length | 186.5 in | 189.0 in | -2.5 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 71.1 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 67.2 in | 58.3 in | 8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4220 lb. | 3294 lb. | 926 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 57.1 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.5 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 43.7 in | -3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.0 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.8 in | 56.3 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.7 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.8 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 17 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.7 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 |
2010 Lincoln MKX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
heated AND cooled front seats see full Lincoln MKX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.