Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.7 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 180.7 in | 8.3 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 73.3 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 68.1 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 4083 lb. | -789 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 58.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.3 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.6 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.5 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.4 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 58.0 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.1 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -16.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -51.4 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 2009 Kia Sorento.