Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 98.7 in | 8.4 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 161.1 in | 27.9 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 67.9 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 59.0 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 2965 lb. | 232 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 52.8 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 39.4 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 49.3 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 33.5 in | 4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 8.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -12.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.