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Volkswagen Routan (2009) vs. Kia Optima (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2007 Kia Optima specs.

2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2007 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2009 2007  
Model Volkswagen Routan Kia Optima  
Engine 4.0L V6
OHC-4v
251 hp@6000
259 lb-ft@4200		 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
161 hp@5800
163 lb-ft@4250		  
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 121.2 in 107.1 in 14.1 in
Length 202.5 in 186.4 in 16.1 in
Width 76.9 in 71.1 in 5.8 in
Height 68.9 in 58.3 in 10.6 in
Curb Weight 4621 lb. 3179 lb. 1442 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.5 gal. 17.0 gal. 3.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.8 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 63.0 in 57.1 in 5.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.5 in -54.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.6 in 43.7 in -3.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 38.0 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 64.7 in 56.3 in 8.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.7 in -54.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 37.8 in -1.5 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.9 in 0.0 in 37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 62.0 in 0.0 in 62 in
Legroom, Row 3 31.8 in 0.0 in 31.8 in
Total Legroom 108.7 in (over 3 rows) 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 27.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.3 ft3 14.8 ft3 17.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 83.0 ft3 14.8 68.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 141.0 ft3 14.8 ft3 126.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan

2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Kia Optima

2007 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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