Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 106.7 in | 3.7 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 180.7 in | 10.4 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.3 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 68.1 in | -10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 4098 lb. | -604 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 55.3 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.6 in | 2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.5 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 58.4 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 58.0 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.1 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -15.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -50.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Sorento.