Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Buick LaCrosse | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6300 259 lb-ft@4800 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 107.1 in | 4.6 in |
Length | 196.9 in | 189.0 in | 7.9 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 71.1 in | 2 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 58.3 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 3294 lb. | 751 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.8 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 57.1 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 54.5 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.7 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.0 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 56.3 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.7 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.8 in | 2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.