Kia Optima (2018) vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic (2008) Specs

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2018 Kia Optima and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Specifications

Model Year	2018	2008
Model	Kia Optima	Chevrolet Malibu Classic
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350	3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	4-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.4 in	106.3 in	4.1 in
Length	191.1 in	188.3 in	2.8 in
Width	73.2 in	69.9 in	3.3 in
Height	57.7 in	57.5 in	0.2 in
Curb Weight	3494 lb.	3297 lb.	197 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	16.3 gal.	2.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.8 in	39.6 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.1 in	56.7 in	1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.0 in	53.2 in	2.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.5 in	41.9 in	3.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.8 in	37.6 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.4 in	56.1 in	0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.0 in	52.4 in	3.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.6 in	38.5 in	-2.9 in
Total Legroom	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	80.4 in (over 2 rows)	0.7 in
Cargo Volume	15.9 ft³	15.4 ft³	0.5 ft³

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