Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Eclipse | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHC-4v 265 hp@5750 262 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 110.0 in | -8.6 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 190.7 in | -10.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.1 in | 0.1 in |
Height | 53.5 in | 57.9 in | -4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3545 lb. | 3468 lb. | 77 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.0 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 57.3 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.7 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 45.5 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.6 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 55.7 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.4 in | 54.5 in | -10.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.2 in | 34.7 in | -5.5 in |
Total Legroom | 72 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -8.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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.