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2013 Kia Optima and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 108.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 182.3 in | 8.4 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 69.7 in | 2.4 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 56.3 in | 1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3223 lb. | 3527 lb. | -304 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.1 in | 2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 54.7 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 52.3 in | 2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.7 in | 3.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 55.1 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 54.9 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 33.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Optima
| 2013 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Optima
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
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