Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 154 lb-ft@4250 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 208 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 106.9 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 184.6 in | 6.1 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 71.9 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 67.9 in | -10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 4070 lb. | -580 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 57.9 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.1 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 40.7 in | 4.8 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 | 54.5 in | 54.9 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 36.4 in | -1.7 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 | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -27.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 4.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 39.7 ft3 | -24.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -65.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |