Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 112.4 in | -2 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 187.2 in | 3.9 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 75.9 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 68.0 in | -10.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 5300 lb. | -1806 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.7 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.3 in | 4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.3 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 57.4 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -15.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -55.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.