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Kia Optima (2014) vs. Buick Enclave (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Kia Optima and 2012 Buick Enclave specs.

2014 Kia Optima and 2012 Buick Enclave Specifications

Model Year 2014 2012  
Model Kia Optima Buick Enclave  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.0 in 118.9 in -8.9 in
Length 190.7 in 201.8 in -11.1 in
Width 72.1 in 79.0 in -6.9 in
Height 57.9 in 72.2 in -14.3 in
Curb Weight 3237 lb. 4780 lb. -1543 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 22.0 gal. -3.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.4 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 62.0 in -4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.7 in 57.4 in -2.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 41.3 in 4.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 39.0 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.7 in 61.4 in -5.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.5 in 57.0 in -2.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.7 in 36.9 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.2 in -37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 57.4 in -57.4 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 48.3 in -48.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 33.2 in -33.2 in
Total Legroom 80.2 in (over 2 rows) 111.4 in (over 3 rows) -31.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.4 ft3 18.9 ft3 -3.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.4 67.5 ft3 -52.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.4 ft3 116.2 ft3 -100.8 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima

2014 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick Enclave

2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 0 The headrests on the two front seats are a NIGHTMARE! I had to recline my driver's seat slightly because the headrest pushes my head and neck so far forward, it was causing me to have pain and spasms in my neck and shoulders! I don't know who signed of on this design, but they were clearly asleep that day! I've heard this issue has been addressed in newer models and (I think) there is a newer option for which you can swap out these awful headrests. I may look into that... see full Buick Enclave review
 
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