Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Buick Regal | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 124 kW@6000 209 Nm@4250 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 136 kW@6700 233 Nm@4900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,738 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,844 mm | 4,831 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,831 mm | 1,857 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,583 kg | 1,633 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 60 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 935 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 881 mm | 947 mm | -66 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,037 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 436 L | 314 L | 122 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
2013 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 |
2013 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2013 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |