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2012 Kia Optima and 2008 Subaru Legacy Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Subaru Legacy | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,670 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,844 mm | 4,729 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,831 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,455 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,535 kg | 1,558 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 64 L | 6 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 927 mm | 28 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,384 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 881 mm | 861 mm | 20 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,037 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 436 L | 323 L | 113 L |
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 2008 Subaru Legacy
| 2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |
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