Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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 | 1,471 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,573 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 | 1,455 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.
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 |