Model Year | 2018 | 2014 | |
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 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
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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 | 57.9 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 3510 lb. | -53 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 | 57.3 in | 1.2 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu.
2014 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 2014 Kia Optima.