Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 197 kW@6500 339 Nm@2300 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 183 kW@6000 353 Nm@1350 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,858 mm | 2,804 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,796 mm | 4,854 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,814 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,760 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,772 kg | 1,614 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 70 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,298 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,156 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,021 mm | 904 mm | -903 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,068 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,011 L | 450 L | -449 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,900 L | 15.9 | -14.9 L |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Optima.