Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Buick LaCrosse | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6300 259 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 110.0 in | 1.7 in |
Length | 196.9 in | 190.7 in | 6.2 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 72.1 in | 1 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 57.3 in | 1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 3385 lb. | 660 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 40.0 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 57.2 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 54.7 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 45.5 in | -3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.6 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.7 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.5 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 34.7 in | 5.8 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
2012 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 2012 Kia Optima.