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2009 Kia Optima and 2011 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 102.4 in | 4.7 in |
| Length | 189.0 in | 171.9 in | 17.1 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 69.5 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 61.4 in | -3.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 3140 lb. | 57 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 53.3 in | 3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 52.3 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.6 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.3 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 52.6 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 43.7 in | 11 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | -46.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Matrix
| 2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review |
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