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2014 Kia Optima and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 103.3 in | 6.7 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 180.5 in | 10.2 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 67.9 in | 4.2 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 2975 lb. | 493 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.0 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 49.5 in | 5.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.8 in | 3.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 51.4 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 49.6 in | 4.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 33.7 in | 1 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 4.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima
| 2014 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
4 door has more headroom and backseat is much improved over the 2 door i previously owned see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The 6 way adjustable drivers seat really makes for a comfortable ride. Driving upwards of 700km a day for 4 days straight gave me a great chance to test this out, and I never once got stiff and sore. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Not alot of head room and the steering wheel does not telescope. I fit in it fine but someone tall might not. minor thing really. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Hard and thin seat cushions. Legs would feel fatigue after a couple hours of driving. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
In coupe form, the rear seats are cramped and and things can be somewhat claustrophobic in the back. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat leg-room is not for adults. Only small kids can fit back there. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is a sport compact car, so as one would expect, the rear seat is fairly difficult to get to, but once you are there, it is quite comfortable. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
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