Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 102.8 in | 4.3 in |
Length | 186.4 in | 177.2 in | 9.2 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 68.3 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.9 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3179 lb. | 2701 lb. | 478 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 55.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 52.4 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.8 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.9 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.9 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.4 in | 2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | 2.6 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |