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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 | 2,720 mm | 2,891 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,735 mm | 4,887 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,806 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,692 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,491 kg | 1,815 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 78 L | -14 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 1,011 mm | 964 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 853 mm | 107 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 958 mm | -958 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,298 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,016 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 594 mm | -594 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,484 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 303 L | 116 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 1,051 L | 13.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 1,914 L | 13.8 |
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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