Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Saturn AURA | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,804 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,849 mm | 4,854 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,463 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,601 kg | 1,581 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 70 L | -9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,156 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 960 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,326 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 904 mm | 51 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 422 L | 450 L | -28 L |
2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Optima.