Kia Optima (2012) vs. Toyota Avalon (2006) Specs

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2012 Kia Optima and 2006 Toyota Avalon Specifications

Model Year	2012	2006
Model	Kia Optima	Toyota Avalon
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.0 in	111.0 in	-1 in
Length	190.7 in	197.2 in	-6.5 in
Width	72.1 in	72.8 in	-0.7 in
Height	57.3 in	58.5 in	-1.2 in
Curb Weight	3385 lb.	3490 lb.	-105 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	18.5 gal.	0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	38.8 in	1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.2 in	59.4 in	-2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.7 in	55.8 in	-1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.5 in	41.3 in	4.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.6 in	37.5 in	0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.7 in	58.2 in	-2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.5 in	56.2 in	-1.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.7 in	40.9 in	-6.2 in
Total Legroom	80.2 in (over 2 rows)	82.2 in (over 2 rows)	-2 in
Cargo Volume	15.4 ft³	14.4 ft³	1 ft³

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

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2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review
2007	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review
2007	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review
2006	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review
2005	4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review

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