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2017 Kia Optima and 2012 Subaru Forester Specifications
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 103.0 in | 7.4 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 179.5 in | 11.6 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 70.1 in | 3.1 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 65.9 in | -8.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3440 lb. | 54 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 56.1 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 43.1 in | 2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.0 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.6 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.0 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -17.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -52.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Kia Optima
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Optima.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester
| 2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
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