Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Jeep Grand Cherokee L | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 293 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 121.7 in | -14.6 in |
Length | 186.4 in | 204.9 in | -18.5 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 77.9 in | -6.8 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 71.5 in | -13.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 4524 lb. | -1237 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.2 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 57.4 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.3 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.9 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.0 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.3 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.4 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.3 in | -37.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.9 in | -51.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.9 in | -42.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.3 in | -30.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 111 in (over 3 rows) | -29.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 46.9 ft3 | -32.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 84.6 ft3 | -69.8 ft3 |
2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
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