Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Buick Cascada | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5500 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.1 in | 1 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 184.9 in | 4.1 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 72.4 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 56.8 in | 1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 3979 lb. | -782 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 54.6 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.2 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.1 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 45.8 in | 10.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 32.8 in | 5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 75 in (over 2 rows) | 6.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 | 1.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Buick Cascada.