Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Nissan Sentra | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,685 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,844 mm | 4,567 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,831 mm | 1,791 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,535 kg | 1,396 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 55 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 947 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 881 mm | 876 mm | 5 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,037 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 436 L | 371 L | 65 L |
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.
2012 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Nissan Sentra offers a smooth, quiet ride and about as much passenger (and cargo) room as you'll find in a compact sedan. Open the door, and the SL's leather-trimmed interior appears luxurious. Sit down, though, and the illusion crumbles. Unlike those in the Altima, the Sentra's flat, firm seats provide little in the way of comfort or support. A tilt adjustment for the driver seat would help, but one is not offered. The Civic's seats aren't much cushier, but their shape provides better support. For the best seats in the segment, check out the Chevrolet Cruze and Ford Focus. see full Nissan Sentra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Sentra.