Model Year | 2020 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 302 hp@6500 273 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 113.2 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 192.1 in | -1 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.0 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.1 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3486 lb. | 4189 lb. | -703 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.9 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.8 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.3 in | 4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 56.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.8 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 4 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.