Model Year | 2016 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 168 hp@6000 167 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 103.7 in | 6.7 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 182.1 in | 9 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 69.4 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.3 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3219 lb. | 3142 lb. | 77 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.5 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 54.7 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 53.3 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.3 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 54.3 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.1 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.1 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 3.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer.