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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 | 2,720 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,735 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,806 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,491 kg | 1,270 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 50 L | 14 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 1,011 mm | 964 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 922 mm | 38 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 617 L | -198 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 1,506 L | 13.8 |
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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