Honda Civic (2017) vs. Kia Optima (2012) Specs

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2017 Honda Civic and 2012 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year	2017	2012
Model	Honda Civic	Kia Optima
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6500 295 lb-ft@2500	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1750
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	110.0 in	-3.7 in
Length	182.3 in	190.7 in	-8.4 in
Width	70.8 in	72.1 in	-1.3 in
Height	55.7 in	57.3 in	-1.6 in
Curb Weight	3151 lb.	3385 lb.	-234 lb.
Fuel Capacity	12.4 gal.	18.5 gal.	-6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	40.0 in	-0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.0 in	57.2 in	-0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.7 in	54.7 in	-1 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	45.5 in	-3.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	37.6 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.0 in	55.7 in	-0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	47.3 in	54.5 in	-7.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.4 in	34.7 in	2.7 in
Total Legroom	79.7 in (over 2 rows)	80.2 in (over 2 rows)	-0.5 in
Cargo Volume	15.1 ft³	15.4 ft³	-0.3 ft³

2017 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	From the driver seat the new Honda Civic feels especially roomy. Appearances aren't deceiving: the car has an inch or two more front shoulder room than most other small sedans, and about as much as you'll find in some midsize sedans. On paper the Mazda3 has as much shoulder room, but it feels narrower. Some competitors feel much narrower. In comparison, the new Civic's driving position seems like that of a midsize car. In terms of specs, the Civic's rear seat is also roomier than most others. Owing to a somewhat low cushion and scant toe room beneath the front seats, though, I found it less comfortable than some others. The Elantra isn't among these others. Its rear seat cushion is also too close to the floor to provide thigh support, plus its rear seat back is reclined too much for my taste. Even so, rear headroom is limited. The new Civic's trunk can also hold more than the class average. see full Honda Civic review

2017 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Unlike in the Hyundai and Mazda, in the new Honda Civic the lumbar bulge cannot be adjusted. I didn't mind the Touring's front seats. Perhaps my spine was unusually flexible the day I drove it. Or perhaps the cloth seats are slightly different. Whatever the reason, for my upright build the Civic EX's lumbar bulge and headrest both jut too far forward. If your body shape differs from mine, your impressions of the seats might as well. But for years I've heard more complaints about Honda's seats than others. Try extensively before you buy. see full Honda Civic review

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2012 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

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