Model Year | 2015 | 2016 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 170 hp@5000 184 lb-ft@1000 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 110.4 in | -6 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 191.1 in | -7.8 in |
Width | 70.0 in | 73.2 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.7 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3411 lb. | 3496 lb. | -85 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.8 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 58.1 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 45.5 in | -4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 56.4 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 35.6 in | 2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Optima.