Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | |
Model | Lincoln MKZ | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 156 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@2250 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 110.4 in | -3 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 191.1 in | -0.5 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 73.2 in | -1 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 57.7 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3743 lb. | 3496 lb. | 247 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 58.1 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 56.0 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 45.5 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.4 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 56.0 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 35.6 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
2011 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I love driving in luxury, and this car delivers much of it. From the cooled/heated seats to the delicious feel of the leather seating surfaces, this car offers more than adequate comfort...and it is a luxury automobile after all. I would expect no less from Lincoln. see full Lincoln MKZ review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Optima.