Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mitsubishi Galant | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
3.8L V6 OHC-4v 230 hp@5250 250 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 108.3 in | -1.2 in |
Length | 186.4 in | 190.4 in | -4 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 72.4 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.9 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 3616 lb. | -329 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.3 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 54.4 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.6 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.0 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 57.1 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 52.9 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.0 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
2007 Mitsubishi Galant Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The entire interior has great room and comfort. First four door ive purchased and im loving it. Fantastic trunk room as well. see full Mitsubishi Galant review |