Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 107.1 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 176.2 in | 189.0 in | -12.8 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.1 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 58.3 in | -1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3363 lb. | 3294 lb. | 69 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 | 14.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Volvo S40.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.