Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Nissan Murano | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 248 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,824 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,844 mm | 4,788 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,831 mm | 1,882 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,702 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,535 kg | 1,749 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 82 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,107 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,001 mm | 954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 881 mm | 922 mm | -41 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,037 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 436 L | 923 L | -487 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 | 2,311 L | 13.4 |
2012 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima.
2011 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
You can fit comfortably 3 adults across the back (for short to medium trips) or two car seats and one adult. see full Nissan Murano review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Hip point makes easy entry/egress. Supports my 265 pound frame. Offers enough leg/hip/shoulder room. Seats are heated, which is great in the cold Arctic. Many choices of moving/tilting helps me get a comfortable position at all times whild driving! see full Nissan Murano review |