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2008 Kia Optima and 2006 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 102.4 in | 4.7 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 171.3 in | 15.1 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 69.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 61.6 in | -3.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 2800 lb. | 487 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 3.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 53.2 in | 3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 51.7 in | 2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.8 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.8 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 52.6 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 47.8 in | 6.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.3 in | 1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | -7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | -38.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Optima
| 2008 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 2006 Toyota Matrix
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |
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