Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 103.9 in | 6.1 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 167.4 in | 23.3 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 70.2 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.0 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 3201 lb. | 267 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.2 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.6 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 53.1 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.3 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.4 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 47.0 in | 8.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 41.5 in | 13 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 33.9 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |