Kia Optima vs Subaru Legacy Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2002 catalog dimensions. Kia Optima · Subaru Legacy
- Length185.9 in
- Height55.5 in
- Wheelbase106.3 in
- Curb weight3,157 lb – 3,190 lb
- Width71.5 in
- Subaru Legacy width68.7 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: essentially the same
- Width: Subaru Legacy is 2.8 in narrower (71.5 in vs 68.7 in)
- Height: Subaru Legacy is 2.2 in taller (55.5 in vs 57.7 in)
- Wheelbase: Kia Optima has a 2.0 in longer wheelbase (106.3 in vs 104.3 in)
- Curb weight: Subaru Legacy is 179 lb heavier (3,174 lb vs 3,353 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Subaru Legacy is 179 lb heavier (3,174 lb vs 3,353 lb)
- Width: Subaru Legacy is 2.8 in narrower (71.5 in vs 68.7 in)
- Height: Subaru Legacy is 2.2 in taller (55.5 in vs 57.7 in)
- Wheelbase: Kia Optima has a 2.0 in longer wheelbase (106.3 in vs 104.3 in)
Practical verdicts
- Narrower for tight parkingSubaru Legacy — Subaru Legacy is narrower by 2.8 in
- Smaller exterior footprintSubaru Legacy — Based on length × width (Subaru Legacy)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Kia Optima | Subaru Legacy | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 185.9 in | 185.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 68.7 in | 2.8 in |
| Height | 55.5 in | 57.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.3 in | 2.0 in |
| Curb weight | 3,174 lb | 3,353 lb | 179 lb |
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