Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Toyota Sienna | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 107.1 in | 12.2 in |
Length | 200.0 in | 186.4 in | 13.6 in |
Width | 77.4 in | 71.1 in | 6.3 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 58.3 in | 10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4177 lb. | 3287 lb. | 890 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 39.8 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.8 in | 57.1 in | 6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 54.5 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 43.7 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 38.0 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.9 in | 56.3 in | 8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.5 in | 54.7 in | 12.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.8 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.1 in | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.1 in | 0.0 in | 61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 51.8 in | 0.0 in | 51.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 39.5 in | 0.0 in | 39.5 in |
Total Legroom | 122 in (over 3 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 40.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 43.6 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 28.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 94.5 ft3 | 14.8 | 79.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 148.9 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 134.1 ft3 |
2009 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Sienna LE that I have has full power driver seat which proves to bereally goodfor my back pain. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2009 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2007 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 |