Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Caprice | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 355 hp@5300 384 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 118.5 in | -8.5 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 204.2 in | -13.5 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 74.8 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 58.7 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 4259 lb. | -874 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 59.1 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.7 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.2 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 59.0 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 58.0 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 43.2 in | -8.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 85.4 in (over 2 rows) | -5.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -2 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 2012 Chevrolet Caprice.