Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Chrysler 300 | Kia Optima | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.0 in | 110.0 in | 10 in |
Length | 196.8 in | 190.7 in | 6.1 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 72.1 in | 2 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 57.3 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3712 lb. | 3206 lb. | 506 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.0 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 57.2 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.7 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 45.5 in | -3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.7 in | 55.7 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 54.5 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 34.7 in | 5.5 in |
Total Legroom | 82 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.6 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
2006 Chrysler 300 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room in the front, heated front seats and a nice comfy seat. Just returned from a 7 hour trip in the car and not once did i feel uncomfortable. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
we have big friends, more leg than most other cars in its size see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The adjustable seats fit anyone. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I can adjust the seat to just about any position to be comfortable. I have taken 4-hour nonstop drives and remained comfortable to the end. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was a very comfortable ride. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lots of leg room, comfortable seats. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 Chrysler 300 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Stiff and firm. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat cushion provided little support. see full Chrysler 300 review |
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 |
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