Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 130 kW@6000 229 Nm@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 125 kW@5700 240 Nm@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,801 mm | 4,554 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,450 kg | 1,464 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 55 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 968 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 902 mm | 58 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 929 L | -504 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 | 1,894 L | 14 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |