Model Year | 2011 | 2018 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 110.4 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 191.6 in | -0.9 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 72.2 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 58.5 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 3571 lb. | -186 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.3 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 56.9 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.4 in | 3.1 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 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 39.1 in | -4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.