Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Buick Lucerne | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 292 hp@6300 288 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 115.6 in | -5.6 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 203.2 in | -12.5 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 73.8 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 58.0 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 4013 lb. | -545 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.5 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 58.0 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.1 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.5 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 57.0 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 57.0 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 41.4 in | -6.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 83.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 17.0 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Buick Lucerne.