Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 107.1 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 175.9 in | 189.0 in | -13.1 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.1 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 58.3 in | -1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3278 lb. | 3157 lb. | 121 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.1 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.5 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.7 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 56.3 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 54.7 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 37.8 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -5.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo S40.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.