Model Year | 2016 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 380 hp@5500 428 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 113.9 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 188.8 in | 2.3 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 76.4 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 68.2 in | -10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3496 lb. | 5135 lb. | -1639 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 59.8 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.4 in | 4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 56.7 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.9 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 4.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -16.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -55 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg.