Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Buick Rainier | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
4.2L I6 DOHC-4v 291 hp@6000 277 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 113.0 in | -3 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 193.4 in | -2.7 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 75.4 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 74.5 in | -17.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 4417 lb. | -1032 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 58.5 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.5 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 43.1 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.6 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 58.5 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 58.1 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 37.1 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 43.7 ft3 | -28.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | -64.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Buick Rainier.