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Kia Optima (2006) vs. Volkswagen Passat (2021) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Kia Optima and 2021 Volkswagen Passat specs.

2006 Kia Optima and 2021 Volkswagen Passat Specifications

Model Year 2006 2021  
Model Kia Optima Volkswagen Passat  
Engine 2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
170 hp@6000
181 lb-ft@4000
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
174 hp@5200
206 lb-ft@1700
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 110.4 in -4.1 in
Length 185.8 in 193.6 in -7.8 in
Width 71.5 in 72.2 in -0.7 in
Height 55.5 in 58.0 in -2.5 in
Curb Weight 3279 lb. 3325 lb. -46 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal. 18.5 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.0 in 38.3 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.9 in 56.9 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.8 in 0.0 in 55.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.3 in 42.4 in 0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 37.8 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.7 in 57.0 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.4 in 0.0 in 54.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 39.1 in -2.9 in
Total Legroom 79.5 in (over 2 rows) 81.5 in (over 2 rows) -2 in
Cargo Volume 13.6 ft3 15.9 ft3 -2.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Optima

2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review
 

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