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2008 Kia Optima and 2014 Chevrolet Traverse Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2014 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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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 | 118.9 in | -11.8 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 203.7 in | -17.3 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 78.5 in | -7.4 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 69.9 in | -11.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 4646 lb. | -1359 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 61.5 in | -4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 58.0 in | -3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.3 in | 2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.4 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 61.0 in | -4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 57.8 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.8 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -29.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 70.3 ft3 | -55.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 116.3 ft3 | -101.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Optima
| 2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse
| 2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The second row captain's chairs are roomy and comfortable. The third row bench seat has a surprising amount of space, in particular with the 2nd row seats slid forward some. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
| 2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seats we have on our LT are fine but the headrest on both cars I've had jut out too far and cannot be adjusted back far enough to be comfortable. This is particularly uncomfortable on longer trips. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
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