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2008 Kia Optima and 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 130.0 in | -22.9 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 221.3 in | -34.9 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 79.1 in | -8 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 76.6 in | -18.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 5842 lb. | -2555 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -14 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.1 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 65.3 in | -8.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 64.4 in | -9.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.3 in | 2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 40.0 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 65.2 in | -8.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 62.3 in | -7.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.1 in | -1.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -30.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -86.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Optima
| 2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche
| 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
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