Model Year | 2018 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Honda Civic | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
1.3L I4 Hybrid OHC-2v 110 hp@6000 123 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 106.3 in | 4.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 176.7 in | 14.4 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 69.0 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.5 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3486 lb. | 2904 lb. | 582 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 53.7 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 51.9 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.2 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 52.4 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 51.0 in | 5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.6 in | 1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 4.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima.
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |