Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 116.3 in | -9.2 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 199.4 in | -10.4 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 73.7 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 55.8 in | 2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3157 lb. | 4485 lb. | -1328 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 36.9 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.3 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 62.0 in | -7.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.2 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.4 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.2 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.0 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 32.2 in | 5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 7.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |