Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Impala | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 262 lb-ft@5300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 110.5 in | -0.5 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 200.4 in | -9.7 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 72.9 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 58.7 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 3555 lb. | -170 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 58.7 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.4 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.3 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 58.6 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 57.2 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 37.6 in | -2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -3.2 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 2013 Chevrolet Impala.