Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz GL | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 110.0 in | 11.1 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 190.7 in | 9.9 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 72.1 in | 3.9 in |
Height | 72.4 in | 57.3 in | 15.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5545 lb. | 3385 lb. | 2160 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.0 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.2 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 45.5 in | -5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.6 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.7 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 34.7 in | 4.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.2 in | 0.0 in | 34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 33.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.4 | 28.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 67.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
2013 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Kia Optima.