Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 118.1 in | -11 in |
Length | 186.4 in | 200.8 in | -14.4 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 77.6 in | -6.5 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 71.5 in | -13.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 4367 lb. | -1080 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 42.1 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 64.5 in | -7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 57.3 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 43.8 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 41.6 in | -3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 63.2 in | -6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 66.0 in | -11.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.7 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.5 in | -40.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -39.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 63.6 ft3 | -48.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -93.6 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 |
2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |