Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 3,078 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,801 mm | 5,144 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,953 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,450 kg | 2,096 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 78 L | -16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,600 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 996 mm | -31 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,643 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 922 mm | 38 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 963 mm | -963 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,575 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 808 mm | -808 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,761 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 915 L | -490 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 2,350 L | 13 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 | 3,993 L | 12 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |