Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 275 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@3000 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 110.4 in | 14.2 in |
Length | 206.5 in | 191.1 in | 15.4 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 73.2 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 57.7 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4630 lb. | 3486 lb. | 1144 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 58.1 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 56.0 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 45.5 in | -3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.8 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 56.4 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.4 in | 56.0 in | 3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 35.6 in | 6.7 in |
Total Legroom | 84.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Optima.