Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Toyota Venza | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 109.3 in | 1.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 189.0 in | 2.1 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 75.0 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 63.4 in | -5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3870 lb. | -376 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 60.0 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 56.0 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 40.2 in | 5.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.3 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 59.0 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 56.5 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 39.1 in | -3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | -18.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 70.1 ft3 | -54.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Optima.
2012 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review |