Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6400 141 lb-ft@5000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 161 hp@5800 163 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 107.1 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 186.4 in | -12.6 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 71.1 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 58.3 in | 7.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3136 lb. | 3179 lb. | -43 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 39.8 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.1 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 54.5 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.7 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.0 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 56.3 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 54.7 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.8 in | 1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 8.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.5 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 38.7 ft3 |
2014 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are uncomfortable. They are both crooked, leaning to the side, so you need a pillow to isolate your back from the side bolster on one side that digs into your back. The head restraints push your neck forward and are not removable for adjustment. The driver's seat could use a height adjuster ( apparently available as an option on some models ). see full Jeep Patriot review |
2007 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 |