Model Year | 2011 | 2022 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 154 lb-ft@4250 |
twincharged 3.0L I6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 362 hp@5500 369 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 115.7 in | -5.7 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 196.4 in | -5.7 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 73.9 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 56.3 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 4255 lb. | -765 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 36.9 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 57.8 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.9 in | 3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.9 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 56.5 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 35.0 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 11.9 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS.