Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 6.4L V8 OHV-2v 470 hp@6000 465 lb-ft@4300 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 110.0 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 190.7 in | -0.9 in |
Width | 76.5 in | 72.1 in | 4.4 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 57.9 in | 11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 5150 lb. | 3468 lb. | 1682 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.0 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 57.3 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 54.7 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 45.5 in | -5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.6 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 55.7 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 54.5 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 34.7 in | 3.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 20.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 52.9 ft3 |
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The cabin is a very serene place to be, aided by the comfortable front seats. With the leather seat option, both front seats and two rear seats came with seat heaters. Also, both front seats are power adjustable, including height and lumbar. The lumbar support is great for long trips, allowing you to change wear the seat contacts your back for less overall fatigue. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
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.