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2009 Kia Optima and 2021 Kia Forte Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2021 | |
| 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 | 2,720 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,801 mm | 4,641 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,806 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,494 kg | 1,366 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 53 L | 9 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 953 mm | 12 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,298 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 907 mm | 53 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 425 L | 433 L | -8 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Kia Forte
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