Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 265 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 95.7 in | 14.3 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 160.7 in | 30 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 70.4 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 51.0 in | 6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 3295 lb. | 173 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.9 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 52.2 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.6 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.5 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 0.0 in | 34.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 37.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 8.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 | 5.6 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 SLK.