Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia K5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 290 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 112.2 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 193.1 in | -2.4 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 73.2 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 56.9 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 3534 lb. | -149 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.8 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 58.0 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.6 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 46.1 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 56.1 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 56.6 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 35.2 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia K5.