Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 112.4 in | -5.3 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 187.2 in | 1.8 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 75.9 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 68.0 in | -9.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 5086 lb. | -1792 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -10 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.7 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.3 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.3 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 57.4 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.6 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -16 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -56 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.