Model Year | 2017 | 2016 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 106.3 in | 4.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 179.5 in | 11.6 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.1 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.5 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3036 lb. | 458 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 56.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 53.0 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.2 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.3 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 54.9 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.1 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.9 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.