Model Year | 2015 | 2018 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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 | 57.9 in | 58.5 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 3571 lb. | -103 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 | 57.3 in | 56.9 in | 0.4 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 2015 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.