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 |
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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 |
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 2016 Volkswagen Touareg.