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2006 Honda Civic and 2008 Kia Optima Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Honda Civic | Kia Optima | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.1 in | -0.8 in |
| Length | 176.7 in | 186.4 in | -9.7 in |
| Width | 69.0 in | 71.1 in | -2.1 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 58.3 in | -1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2912 lb. | 3287 lb. | -375 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -3.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 57.1 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 54.5 in | -2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.0 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 56.3 in | -3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 54.7 in | -3.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.8 in | -3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Honda Civic
| 2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
great support. the sides basically hold you - which is important because the car can generate serious g-forces going around corners see full Honda Civic review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Frankly, the best seats I have sat in outside of a couple BMW Ms. Supportive, well bolstered with good lateral support. Also good support for the lower back for long drives. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
very comfortable to drive see full Honda Civic review |
| 2006 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Perfect fit for me! Very comfortable see full Honda Civic review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I fit pretty nicely in the civic without completing eliminating the backseat behind me. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have driven for as long as 12 hours in one sitting behind the wheel (only getting out for gas) and it felt fine. It is a firmer seat then some luxury cars, but for the economy level cars, it is a great seat. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2006 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Seat needs an adjustable lumber support. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
back seat? maybe for a child on a short trip. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Active headrest was and is too far forward for comfort. This casues headaches for some people - incldung my wife. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
All cars sold in northern climes should have heated seats at least optional. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Not comfortable for tall people in the rear seat. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Rear seat does not fold down see full Honda Civic review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
merely adequate although better than in the past see full Honda Civic review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
merely adequate, seats could have more support see full Honda Civic review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Felt less comfortable than the Prius. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 1.7L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The car is tiny. Period. see full Honda Civic review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Optima
| 2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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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