Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 161 hp@5800 163 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 124.0 in | -16.9 in |
Length | 186.4 in | 204.1 in | -17.7 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 77.6 in | -6.5 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 71.9 in | -13.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3179 lb. | 4291 lb. | -1112 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.7 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 63.7 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 65.6 in | -11.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.7 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 41.7 in | -3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 66.2 in | -9.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 67.4 in | -12.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 42.1 in | -4.3 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 | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -41.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -17.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 87.7 ft3 | -72.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -130.9 ft3 |
2007 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 |
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 |