Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mini Convertible | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 181 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 97.1 in | 10 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 145.6 in | 43.4 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 66.3 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 55.7 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 2922 lb. | 372 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 50.3 in | 6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.7 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.5 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 39.2 in | 17.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 28.1 in | 9.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 69.8 in (over 2 rows) | 11.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 6.0 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mini Convertible.