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2006 Kia Optima and 2007 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 181 lb-ft@4000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Length | 185.8 in | 184.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.9 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 55.5 in | 67.9 in | -12.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3279 lb. | 3649 lb. | -370 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 40.0 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 57.9 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 55.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.7 in | 2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 57.0 in | -1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 54.9 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.3 in | -32.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.8 in | -39.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.2 in | -30.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -27.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.6 | 39.7 ft3 | -26.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.6 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -67 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Optima
| 2006 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Highlander
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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