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2012 Kia Optima and 2009 Saturn AURA Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Saturn AURA | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 154 lb-ft@4250 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 112.3 in | -2.3 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 190.9 in | -0.2 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 70.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 57.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 3529 lb. | -39 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 55.9 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 53.0 in | 1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.2 in | 3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 54.0 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 52.2 in | 2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 37.6 in | -2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saturn AURA
| 2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |
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