Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Buick Rainier | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
4.2L I6 DOHC-4v 291 hp@6000 277 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 113.0 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 193.4 in | -4.4 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 75.4 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 74.5 in | -16.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 4417 lb. | -1123 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 58.5 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.5 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 43.1 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.6 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.5 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 58.1 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.1 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 43.7 ft3 | -28.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | -65.1 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 2006 Buick Rainier.