Model Year | 2015 | 2018 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Buick Regal | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 310 hp@6800 282 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 111.4 in | -1.4 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 192.9 in | -2.2 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 73.3 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.3 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 4270 lb. | -802 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.8 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.9 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.2 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.1 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.4 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 55.4 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 54.1 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 36.9 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -16.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 60.7 ft3 | -45.3 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 2018 Buick Regal.