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2008 Kia Optima and 2010 Dodge Journey Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Dodge Journey | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 235 hp@6400 232 lb-ft@4000 |
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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 | 113.8 in | -6.7 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 192.4 in | -6 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 72.2 in | -1.1 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 66.6 in | -8.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 4001 lb. | -714 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.8 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.5 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 53.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 40.8 in | 2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.8 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 54.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 33.6 in | 4.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.1 in | -51.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 23.4 in | -23.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 97.8 in (over 3 rows) | -16.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 10.7 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 37.1 ft3 | -22.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 67.6 ft3 | -52.8 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 2010 Dodge Journey
| 2010 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear doors open nearly 90 degrees and foot room, for streching out, is excellent. see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to other wagon- type vehicles, the Journey has a very "Large" feeling in front see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
with our growing family the third row is great. see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 138hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
7 seats see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seating option. see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2010 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
On long hauls over 3 hours you are sore when you get out. see full Dodge Journey review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
no foot room for 3rd row passengers. kind of wasted space see full Dodge Journey review |
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