Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 121.1 in | -11.1 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 200.6 in | -9.9 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 76.0 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 72.4 in | -14.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 5545 lb. | -2077 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 58.3 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 40.3 in | 5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.6 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 58.9 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 39.5 in | -4.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -33.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 43.8 ft3 | -28.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -67.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.