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2009 Honda Civic and 2014 Kia Optima Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
| Model | Honda Civic | Kia Optima | |
| Engine | 1.3L I4 Hybrid OHC-2v 110 hp@6000 123 lb-ft@1000 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,794 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,488 mm | 4,844 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,753 mm | 1,831 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,317 kg | 1,592 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 70 L | -20 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,318 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,156 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 955 mm | -5 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,295 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 881 mm | -2 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,037 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 340 L | 436 L | -96 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Civic
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima
| 2014 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima
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