Model Year | 2010 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia Soul | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 hp@6200 132 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 102.4 in | 4.7 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 165.2 in | 23.8 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 70.9 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 63.0 in | -4.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 2844 lb. | 353 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 55.5 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.1 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.5 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.7 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.8 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 24.2 ft3 | -9.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 62.1 ft3 | -47.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Soul.