Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Nissan Sentra | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 105.7 in | 1.4 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 179.8 in | 9.2 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 70.5 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 59.5 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 3078 lb. | 216 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.6 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 56.9 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 54.1 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.4 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.3 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.1 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.0 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 34.5 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Nissan Sentra.