Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6500 254 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 112.9 in | -2.5 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 202.9 in | -11.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 76.2 in | -3 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 60.7 in | -3 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3969 lb. | -475 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.0 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.9 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 56.3 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.9 in | 3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 56.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.8 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.1 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -4.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Ford Taurus.