Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Buick Regal | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,738 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,801 mm | 4,831 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,857 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,494 kg | 1,675 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 68 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 935 mm | 30 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 947 mm | 13 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 425 L | 402 L | 23 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
2015 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Both the Regal and 200 have much less rear seat room than the average midsize sedan. Adults up to about six feet in height will fit, but with little room to spare. see full Buick Regal review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Buick Regal.