Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 108.5 in | 1.5 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 178.3 in | 12.4 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 72.4 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 66.9 in | -9.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 3884 lb. | -499 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 55.2 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 53.2 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.8 in | 3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.7 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 55.4 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 52.5 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 35.1 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 | -7.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 54.7 ft3 | -39.3 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Kia Optima.
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I have a problem with headroom. So many cars give me less than a half inch from my scalp to the frame on the sunroof. That hurts over bumps, not to mention what my hair looks like when I get out. GLK has over an inch of space for me. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
If you are 6' plus like me, you will have to adjust the front seat forward if you want passengers to ride with you unless they are quite small. But this is a perfect city hauler for a single or couple. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
When the front seats are positioned comfortably aft for a six footer, the second row passengers have way too little leg room. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped and uncomfortable for anyone over 5 feet tall. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Wife and I are 5.9 and 5.5 respectively. kids can easily kick the seat (whcih in the Benz you want there feet off things). Not bad in sense it feels roomy when in it, but if you are looking for LOTS of space, look elsewhere. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We've only had the GLK-350 for a week. The backseat seems a little on the small side. see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
small see full Mercedes-Benz GLK review |