Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 130.0 in | -20 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 221.3 in | -30.6 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 79.1 in | -7 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 76.6 in | -19.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 5642 lb. | -2257 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -12.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.1 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 65.3 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 64.4 in | -9.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.3 in | 4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.0 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 65.2 in | -9.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 62.3 in | -7.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 39.1 in | -4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -30.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -85.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.