Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 181 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5100 165 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.0 in | 3.3 in |
Length | 185.8 in | 168.9 in | 16.9 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 67.1 in | 4.4 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 65.2 in | -9.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3279 lb. | 3215 lb. | 64 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 53.8 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 50.1 in | 5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.6 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.5 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 53.6 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 46.7 in | 7.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 40.9 in | -4.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.6 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 | -50.6 ft3 |
2006 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 |
2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The PT Cruiser is surprisingly roomy in the back seat, in terms of legroom and headroom. The backrest angle though is a bit too upright for full comfort. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |