| Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Acura RDX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 273 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 105.7 in | 4.3 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 183.5 in | 7.2 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 73.7 in | -1.6 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 66.1 in | -8.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 3717 lb. | -332 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 58.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.7 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.0 in | 3.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 57.2 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 53.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 38.3 in | -3.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 26.1 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 61.3 ft3 | -45.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Acura RDX.