Chevrolet Malibu Classic (2008) vs. Kia Optima (2012) Specs

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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic and 2012 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year	2008	2012
Model	Chevrolet Malibu Classic	Kia Optima
Engine	3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750
Transmission	4-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	110.0 in	-3.7 in
Length	188.3 in	190.7 in	-2.4 in
Width	69.9 in	72.1 in	-2.2 in
Height	57.5 in	57.3 in	0.2 in
Curb Weight	3297 lb.	3385 lb.	-88 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.3 gal.	18.5 gal.	-2.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.6 in	40.0 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.7 in	57.2 in	-0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.2 in	54.7 in	-1.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.9 in	45.5 in	-3.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.6 in	37.6 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.1 in	55.7 in	0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.4 in	54.5 in	-2.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.5 in	34.7 in	3.8 in
Total Legroom	80.4 in (over 2 rows)	80.2 in (over 2 rows)	0.2 in
Cargo Volume	15.4 ft³	15.4 ft³	0 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.

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.

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