Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 126.6 in | -19.5 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 203.0 in | -14 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 77.1 in | -6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 65.4 in | -7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 4949 lb. | -1752 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 60.3 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 39.8 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 40.4 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 59.6 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.2 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -26.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 42.2 ft3 | -27.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -70 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.