Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 176 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@4100 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 107.1 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 186.4 in | -2.9 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 71.1 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 65.9 in | 58.3 in | 7.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3179 lb. | 276 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 57.1 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 54.5 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 43.7 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 56.3 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.9 in | 54.7 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.8 in | -0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.4 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 23.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.4 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 |
2018 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Toyota RAV4.
2008 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 |