Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volvo S40 | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 103.9 in | 3.2 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 176.2 in | 12.8 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 69.7 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.2 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 3363 lb. | -69 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 55.2 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 53.7 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.6 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.2 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.1 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 50.7 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 34.4 in | 3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 5.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 0.7 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 2011 Volvo S40.