Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Buick LaCrosse | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 225 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 110.5 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 198.1 in | -7 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.0 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.4 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3568 lb. | -74 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.2 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 55.3 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.3 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 57.0 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.6 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.6 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Buick LaCrosse.