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Chevrolet Malibu (2018) vs. Kia Optima (2011) Specs

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2018 Chevrolet Malibu and 2011 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2018 2011  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Kia Optima  
Engine 1.8L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
122 hp@5000
129 lb-ft@4750
2.4L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6000
154 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.4 in 110.0 in 1.4 in
Length 193.8 in 190.7 in 3.1 in
Width 73.0 in 72.1 in 0.9 in
Height 57.7 in 57.3 in 0.4 in
Curb Weight 3457 lb. 3490 lb. -33 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.8 gal. 18.5 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 40.0 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 57.2 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 54.7 in -0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 45.5 in -3.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 37.6 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 55.7 in 1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.4 in 54.5 in -1.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 34.7 in 3.4 in
Total Legroom 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 80.2 in (over 2 rows) -0.1 in
Cargo Volume 15.8 ft3 15.4 ft3 0.4 ft3

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