Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 220 hp@6250 204 lb-ft@4000 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 181 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 106.3 in | -1.2 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 185.8 in | -3.1 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 55.5 in | 10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 3279 lb. | 248 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.0 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 56.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 55.8 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.3 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.6 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 55.7 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 54.4 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.2 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.8 in | 0.0 in | 49.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.1 in | 0.0 in | 39.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.7 in | 0.0 in | 27.7 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | 26.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.2 ft3 | 13.6 | 22.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 59 ft3 |
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nice support for tall person and confy seating see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
was more comdfortable, easier entry and exiting, more shoulder hip and head room than most othersreguardless of what other manufacturers specs stated. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
more leg and shoulder room than most. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adjustable, reclinable rear seat is very roomy and comfortable. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |