Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 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 | 112.6 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 197.1 in | -8.1 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 78.9 in | -7.8 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 70.4 in | -12.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 4557 lb. | -1263 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.6 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 61.3 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 57.3 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 40.6 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 40.5 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 61.0 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.7 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -32.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 43.8 ft3 | -28.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -65.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.