Model Year | 2016 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
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 | 110.4 in | 103.9 in | 6.5 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 167.4 in | 23.7 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.2 in | 3 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.0 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3201 lb. | 293 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.2 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 53.6 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 53.1 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.3 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 47.0 in | 9.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 41.5 in | 14.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 33.9 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 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 |