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2012 Kia Optima and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 154 lb-ft@4250 |
6.0L V8 Hybrid OHV-2v 332 hp@5100 367 lb-ft@4100 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed 2-mode automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 116.0 in | -6 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 202.0 in | -11.3 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 79.0 in | -6.9 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 76.9 in | -19.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 5617 lb. | -2127 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -7.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 65.3 in | -8.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 64.4 in | -9.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.3 in | 4.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.2 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 65.2 in | -9.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 60.6 in | -6.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 39.0 in | -4.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 25.6 in | -25.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -25.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 60.3 ft3 | -44.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -93.5 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima
| 2012 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 2012 Kia Optima
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
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