Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 161 hp@5800 163 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 103.0 in | 4.1 in |
Length | 186.4 in | 168.9 in | 17.5 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 67.1 in | 4 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 65.2 in | -6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3179 lb. | 3297 lb. | -118 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 53.8 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 50.1 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 40.6 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.5 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.6 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 46.7 in | 8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.9 in | -3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -6.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 | -49.4 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2009 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 |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have a bad leg ,the high seat ,wide door opening and extra leg make it easy for me to swing my leg in and out. It has more room than lots of other cars. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can seat 2 adults comfortably. Plenty of leg room and visibility. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |