Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Saturn Relay | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 121.1 in | -14 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 204.9 in | -15.9 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 72.0 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 68.6 in | -10.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 4221 lb. | -1024 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -8.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 39.9 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.9 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 61.2 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.9 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -33.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -11.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 74.1 ft3 | -59.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -121.5 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 2007 Saturn Relay.