Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Optima | BMW 7-Series | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 154 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 350 hp@5800 360 lb-ft@1300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 120.9 in | -10.9 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 199.8 in | -9.1 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 74.9 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 58.3 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 4640 lb. | -1150 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 59.2 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.2 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.5 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 57.2 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 38.4 in | -3.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 | -2.3 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 2015 BMW 7-Series.