Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Acura TL | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,776 mm | 2,794 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,961 mm | 4,844 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,880 mm | 1,831 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,453 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,682 kg | 1,535 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 70 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,016 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,156 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 955 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 881 mm | 38 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,037 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 371 L | 436 L | -65 L |
2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats in this automobile are trimmed in supple leather yet are nice and firm in the European style for all day comfort. I look forward to some longer trips once spring arrives. see full Acura TL review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The sport seats are the nicest in its class, supportive, and hold the driver and passenger well during cornering. see full Acura TL review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable and supportive, great fit liek a glove. see full Acura TL review |
2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Definitely not a family car with older kids. Not a lot of room in the back. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stiff seats, does not absorb difficult road conditions well. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are very firm and on spending 1-2 hrs in the vehicle my back really hurts. No amount of adjusting will help see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Small for adults see full Acura TL 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 |
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