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Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6950 222 lb-ft@5100 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 112.5 in | -5.4 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 187.8 in | 1.2 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 72.5 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 66.3 in | -8 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 3944 lb. | -650 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 55.8 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 54.6 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.2 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.2 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.3 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 51.1 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.9 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -16.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | -48.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review |