Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Acura TL | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 286 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,741 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,844 mm | 4,808 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,831 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,535 kg | 1,603 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 65 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,087 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 945 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 881 mm | 886 mm | -5 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,037 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,974 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 436 L | 354 L | 82 L |
2012 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 2012 Kia Optima.
2007 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable on long drives see full Acura TL review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for long trips. see full Acura TL review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats with extensive adjustment ability. see full Acura TL review |
2007 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Definitely not a family car with older kids. Not a lot of room in the back. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stiff seats, does not absorb difficult road conditions well. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are very firm and on spending 1-2 hrs in the vehicle my back really hurts. No amount of adjusting will help see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Small for adults see full Acura TL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cramped backseat see full Acura TL review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Again - not much to say bad. I just never sit in it. see full Acura TL review |