Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Optima | BMW Z4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 98.3 in | 11.7 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 166.9 in | 23.8 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 70.5 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 50.8 in | 6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 3538 lb. | -153 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 53.3 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.2 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 0.0 in | 34.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 42.2 in (over 1 rows) | 38 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 4.5 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 2014 BMW Z4.