Model Year | 2009 | 2020 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Subaru Ascent | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 113.8 in | -6.7 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 196.8 in | -7.8 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 76.0 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 71.6 in | -13.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 4430 lb. | -1233 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.3 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 61.1 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.2 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 40.0 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 60.3 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.5 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 112.4 in (over 3 rows) | -30.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 47.5 ft3 | -32.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 86.5 ft3 | -71.5 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 2020 Subaru Ascent.