Model Year | 2020 | 2016 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 170 hp@5000 184 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 104.4 in | 6 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 183.3 in | 7.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.0 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.2 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3486 lb. | 3371 lb. | 115 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.2 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.2 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 53.6 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.1 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta.