Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Scion tC | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 161 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.1 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 189.0 in | -15 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 71.1 in | -2 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 58.3 in | -2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 3197 lb. | -227 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.1 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.5 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.7 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 38.0 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 56.3 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 54.7 in | -7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 37.8 in | -4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -6.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 20.4 ft3 |
2008 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.