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2006 Kia Optima and 2009 Nissan Quest Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Nissan Quest | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 181 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 124.0 in | -17.7 in |
| Length | 185.8 in | 204.1 in | -18.3 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 77.6 in | -6.1 in |
| Height | 55.5 in | 71.9 in | -16.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3279 lb. | 4291 lb. | -1012 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 41.7 in | -2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 63.7 in | -6.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 65.6 in | -9.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.7 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 41.7 in | -4.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 66.2 in | -10.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 67.4 in | -13 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 42.1 in | -5.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.6 in | -39.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -43.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -18.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.6 | 87.7 ft3 | -74.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.6 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -132.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Optima
| 2006 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Quest
| 2009 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
| 2009 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |
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