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2013 Kia Optima and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Subaru Outback | |
| 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 Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 105.1 in | 4.9 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 188.7 in | 2 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 69.7 in | 2.4 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 63.2 in | -5.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 3605 lb. | -220 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.5 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 54.4 in | 2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 51.0 in | 3.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 44.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.1 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 53.7 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 52.6 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 33.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -18.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -50.8 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Optima
| 2013 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 2013 Kia Optima
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Outback
| 2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
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