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Volvo XC60 (2011) vs. Kia Optima (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volvo XC60 and 2008 Kia Optima specs.

2011 Volvo XC60 and 2008 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Volvo XC60 Kia Optima  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.2 in 107.1 in 2.1 in
Length 182.2 in 186.4 in -4.2 in
Width 74.4 in 71.1 in 3.3 in
Height 67.4 in 58.3 in 9.1 in
Curb Weight 4012 lb. 3142 lb. 870 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 17.0 gal. 1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.0 in 39.8 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 57.1 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.2 in 54.5 in -0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 43.7 in -2.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 38.0 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.2 in 56.3 in -1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.8 in 54.7 in -0.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.4 in 37.8 in -1.4 in
Total Legroom 77.6 in (over 2 rows) 81.5 in (over 2 rows) -3.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 30.8 ft3 14.8 ft3 16 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 67.4 ft3 14.8 ft3 52.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo XC60

2011 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 They are firm enough & well shaped to be comfortable over the long trip + also comfortable when you first sit in them see full Volvo XC60 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Optima

2008 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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