Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volvo S40 | |
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 | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 103.9 in | 6.5 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 176.2 in | 14.9 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 69.7 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.2 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3326 lb. | 168 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.2 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 53.7 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.6 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 54.1 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 50.7 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.4 in | 1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 5.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 3.3 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 2009 Volvo S40.