Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mazda Mazda2 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,804 mm | 2,489 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 3,950 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,859 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,460 kg | 1,046 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 43 L | 27 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,422 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 940 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,189 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 884 mm | 20 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 450 L | 377 L | 73 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 | 765 L | -749.1 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Optima.
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |