Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Toyota Avalon | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 111.0 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 186.4 in | 197.2 in | -10.8 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 72.8 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 58.5 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3142 lb. | 3495 lb. | -353 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.8 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.4 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.8 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.3 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.5 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.2 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.2 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.9 in | -3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
2007 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |