Model Year | 2016 | 2015 | |
Model | Buick Verano | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 110.0 in | -4.3 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 190.7 in | -6.8 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 72.1 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 57.9 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3550 lb. | 3468 lb. | 82 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 40.0 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 57.3 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.7 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 45.5 in | -3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 55.7 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 54.5 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 34.7 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Buick Verano.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.