Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Lincoln Zephyr | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,728 mm | 2,720 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,839 mm | 4,801 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,420 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,545 kg | 1,494 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 62 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,011 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 965 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,361 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 960 mm | -20 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 447 L | 425 L | 22 L |
2006 Lincoln Zephyr Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Firm, comfortable, 8 way power adjust including lumbar. see full Lincoln Zephyr review |
2006 Lincoln Zephyr Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat cushions seem too short. see full Lincoln Zephyr review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.