Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 183 kW@6000 353 Nm@1350 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 215 kW@6500 344 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,804 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 5,154 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,859 mm | 1,935 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,542 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,585 kg | 1,800 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 76 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,422 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 960 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 968 mm | -64 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 450 L | 569 L | -119 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima.
2013 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are horrible- similar to airline seats, and no amount of adjusting or adding cushions helped. I'm 6'2 and my wife is 5'3.and neither of us could get comfortable. After 2 weeks, it was actually painful to drive this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
2012 | 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough headroom for adults in the rear seat. Seat comfort is as poor as the front seats. see full Ford Taurus review |