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Jeep Grand Cherokee (2011) vs. Kia Optima (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Kia Optima specs.

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Jeep Grand Cherokee Kia Optima  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,916 mm 2,720 mm 0 mm
Length 4,821 mm 4,735 mm 0 mm
Width 1,938 mm 1,806 mm 0 mm
Height 1,763 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,028 kg 1,425 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 93 L 64 L 29 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,488 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,448 mm 1,384 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,024 mm 1,110 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 998 mm 965 mm 33 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,473 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 980 mm 960 mm 20 mm
Total Legroom 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 1,028 L 419 L -418 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,934 L 14.8 -13.8 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Huge rear seat leg room and reclining rear seats see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2011 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Great head room (no sunroof), excellent ergonomic design to the seat backs, and vertically adjustable lumbar support see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2011 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Seats are supportive and highly adjustable. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
They are harder than I would like. I came from an F150 with the luxury package and the seats were amazing, these sears are hard and could be improved upon by being softer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee 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
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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