Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 271 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 110.1 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 196.8 in | -6.1 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 74.7 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 65.7 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 3852 lb. | -467 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.5 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 57.8 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.3 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.2 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.5 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 56.2 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 53.9 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 37.4 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 25.7 ft3 | -10.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 51.3 ft3 | -35.9 ft3 |
2012 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima.
2011 Honda Accord Crosstour Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 271-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I'm tall - 6-6" - and this is the roomiest and most comfortable car I've ever owned. Comparable to a Yukon for a driver. Great room inside at all seating positions for me. see full Honda Accord Crosstour review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 271-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Adjustability for a comfortable even on long trips see full Honda Accord Crosstour review |