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Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2013) vs. Kia Optima (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2006 Kia Optima specs.

2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2006 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2013 2006  
Model Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Kia Optima  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
170 hp@6000
181 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 106.3 in -4.8 in
Length 179.3 in 185.8 in -6.5 in
Width 70.1 in 71.5 in -1.4 in
Height 59.2 in 55.5 in 3.7 in
Curb Weight 3285 lb. 3279 lb. 6 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 17.2 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 39.0 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 56.9 in -2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.8 in -55.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.1 in 43.3 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 37.6 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 55.7 in -2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.4 in -54.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 36.2 in -0.7 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 79.5 in (over 2 rows) -2.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.8 ft3 13.6 ft3 19.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.9 ft3 13.6 ft3 53.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
2013 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Optima

2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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