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Kia Optima (2009) vs. Volkswagen Touareg (2016) Specs

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2009 Kia Optima and 2016 Volkswagen Touareg Specifications

Model Year 2009 2016  
Model Kia Optima Volkswagen Touareg  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
175 hp@6000
169 lb-ft@4000
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@6200
265 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.1 in 113.9 in -6.8 in
Length 189.0 in 188.8 in 0.2 in
Width 71.1 in 76.4 in -5.3 in
Height 58.3 in 68.2 in -9.9 in
Curb Weight 3157 lb. 4696 lb. -1539 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 22.5 gal. -6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.6 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 59.8 in -2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.5 in 0.0 in 54.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.7 in 41.4 in 2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 38.9 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.3 in 56.7 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.7 in 0.0 in 54.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.8 in 34.9 in 2.9 in
Total Legroom 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 76.3 in (over 2 rows) 5.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 32.1 ft3 -17.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.0 ft3 70.9 ft3 -55.9 ft3

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