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2008 Kia Optima and 2008 Kia Sedona Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Kia Sedona | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,735 mm | 5,131 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,806 mm | 1,989 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,442 kg | 1,990 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 80 L | -16 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 1,011 mm | 964 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,674 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 1,039 mm | 959 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 973 mm | -973 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,537 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,273 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 864 mm | -864 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,962 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 912 L | -493 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 2,268 L | 12.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 4,007 L | 10.8 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Optima
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Sedona
| 2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |
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