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Chevrolet Traverse (2014) vs. Kia Optima (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse and 2006 Kia Optima specs.

2014 Chevrolet Traverse and 2006 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2014 2006  
Model Chevrolet Traverse Kia Optima  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
281 hp@6300
266 lb-ft@3400
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
170 hp@6000
181 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 118.9 in 106.3 in 12.6 in
Length 203.7 in 185.8 in 17.9 in
Width 78.5 in 71.5 in 7 in
Height 69.9 in 55.5 in 14.4 in
Curb Weight 4646 lb. 3279 lb. 1367 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.0 gal. 17.2 gal. 4.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 39.0 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.5 in 56.9 in 4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 58.0 in 55.8 in 2.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 43.3 in -2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 37.6 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 61.0 in 55.7 in 5.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 57.8 in 54.4 in 3.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.8 in 36.2 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.8 in 0.0 in 37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 57.6 in 0.0 in 57.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 48.3 in 0.0 in 48.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 33.2 in 0.0 in 33.2 in
Total Legroom 111.3 in (over 3 rows) 79.5 in (over 2 rows) 31.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 24.4 ft3 13.6 ft3 10.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 70.3 ft3 13.6 56.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 116.3 ft3 13.6 ft3 102.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse

2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The second row captain's chairs are roomy and comfortable. The third row bench seat has a surprising amount of space, in particular with the 2nd row seats slid forward some. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The seats we have on our LT are fine but the headrest on both cars I've had jut out too far and cannot be adjusted back far enough to be comfortable. This is particularly uncomfortable on longer trips. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Optima

2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review
 
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