Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.3 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 186.4 in | 178.7 in | 7.7 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 72.8 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 74.9 in | -16.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 4165 lb. | -878 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 58.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.9 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.4 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.3 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.3 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 46.1 in | 8.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 34.4 in | 3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 4.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -20.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -50.9 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |