Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 181 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.5 in | 3.8 in |
Length | 185.8 in | 174.3 in | 11.5 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 71.2 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 66.3 in | -10.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3279 lb. | 3433 lb. | -154 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 56.2 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.1 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.0 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 54.8 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.8 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -10.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.6 | 23.0 ft3 | -9.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.6 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -42.5 ft3 |
2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |