Model Year | 2018 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
3.5L V6 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 SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 108.5 in | 1.9 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 178.3 in | 12.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 74.3 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 66.9 in | -9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3929 lb. | -435 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.2 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 53.2 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.4 in | 4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.7 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.4 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 52.5 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.1 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 54.7 ft3 | -38.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK.