Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Scion xB | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 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 shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,720 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,249 mm | 4,801 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,760 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,590 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,400 kg | 1,450 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 62 L | -9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,339 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,046 mm | 965 mm | -964 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,186 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 960 mm | 5 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 614 L | 425 L | 189 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,979 L | 15.0 | -14 L |
2010 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room for the driver and passenger. Easy to slide and adjust both seats. see full Scion xB review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room, comfortable, great access to controls, good visibility all round. see full Scion xB review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy and open. see full Scion xB review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy and open. Great for kids. see full Scion xB review |
2010 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
1) Center console is too wide - not enough room for me to stretch out. 2) Seat can be raised and lowered (good) but at its lowest position it feels like the cushion leans down making me feel like my body slips forward. 3) Arm rest on door too high. see full Scion xB review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.