Model Year | 2010 | 2023 | |
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. | 4421 lb. | -1224 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.2 in | -1.4 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 | 38.6 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.0 in | -57 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | -31 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 43.5 ft3 | -28.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 75.6 ft3 | -60.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Subaru Ascent.