Model Year | 2018 | 2019 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Buick Regal | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
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 | 110.4 in | 111.4 in | -1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 192.9 in | -1.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.3 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.3 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 4270 lb. | -776 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.8 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 56.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 55.2 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.1 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.4 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.1 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.9 in | -1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -15.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 60.7 ft3 | -44.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Buick Regal.