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2014 Kia Optima and 2008 Acura TL Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Acura TL | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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 | 110.0 in | 107.9 in | 2.1 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 189.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 72.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 56.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 3534 lb. | -66 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.1 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 58.3 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.6 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.8 in | 2.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 55.7 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 53.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 34.9 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura TL
| 2008 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The sport seats are the nicest in its class, supportive, and hold the driver and passenger well during cornering. see full Acura TL review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable and supportive, great fit liek a glove. see full Acura TL review |
| 2008 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
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 |
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. 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 |
| 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cramped backseat see full Acura TL review |
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