Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 102.5 in | 4.6 in |
Length | 186.4 in | 174.3 in | 12.1 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 71.2 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 66.3 in | -8 in |
Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 3433 lb. | -146 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 56.2 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 40.1 in | 3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.0 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.8 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.8 in | 2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 23.0 ft3 | -8.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | -41.3 ft3 |
2008 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 |