Kia Optima (2018) vs. Toyota Venza (2009) Specs

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2018 Kia Optima and 2009 Toyota Venza Specifications

Model Year	2018	2009
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
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

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2009 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Room for a family with 2 kids. see full Toyota Venza review
2010	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Ergonomics. see full Toyota Venza review
2009	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	can be reclined 14� see full Toyota Venza review

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