Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,844 mm | 4,427 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,831 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,535 kg | 1,381 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 60 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 935 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 881 mm | 818 mm | 63 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,037 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 436 L | 215 L | 221 L |
2012 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima.
2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |