Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.3 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 179.5 in | 9.5 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 70.1 in | 1 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 56.3 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 3011 lb. | 283 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 56.1 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 53.8 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.2 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.3 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.9 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.1 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.9 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.