Model Year | 2013 | 2014 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 275 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@3000 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
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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 | 110.0 in | 14.6 in |
Length | 206.5 in | 190.7 in | 15.8 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 72.1 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 57.9 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4630 lb. | 3510 lb. | 1120 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.0 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.3 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 54.7 in | 5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 45.5 in | -3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.6 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 55.7 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.4 in | 54.5 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 34.7 in | 7.6 in |
Total Legroom | 84.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.4 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
2014 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 2014 Kia Optima.