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2007 Kia Optima and 2006 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 113.7 in | -6.6 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 193.4 in | -7 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 73.7 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 72.8 in | -14.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1244 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.0 in | -1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.4 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.7 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.9 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 55.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -32.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 43.9 ft3 | -29.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -68.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Kia Optima
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
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