Model Year | 2016 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Beetle | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 100.0 in | 10.4 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 168.4 in | 22.7 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 71.2 in | 2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.5 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3104 lb. | 390 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.3 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.3 in | 4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 49.0 in | 7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 31.4 in | 4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 8.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -14 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle.