Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Honda Element | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@5800 160 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 107.1 in | -5.7 in |
Length | 169.3 in | 189.0 in | -19.7 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 71.1 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 58.3 in | 12.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3371 lb. | 3197 lb. | 174 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 39.8 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.1 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 54.5 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 43.7 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 56.3 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 54.7 in | -7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.8 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 11 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.1 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 62.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Honda Element.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.