Model Year | 2017 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 108.3 in | 2.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 184.3 in | 6.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.7 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 64.8 in | -7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3787 lb. | -293 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 54.8 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.7 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.3 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.8 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.0 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.4 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -14 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | -42.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Optima.
2011 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review |