Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Acura TL | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
3.2L V6 OHC-4v 258 hp@6200 233 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. | 3580 lb. | -112 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.
2006 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 on long drives 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 |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
many sporty like 4dr sedans lack backseat legroom. this one has enough to where you can seat 4 adults comfortably when going out to dinner, movies, etc. see full Acura TL review |
2006 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Kind of cramped for taller persons. see full Acura TL review |