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 | 2,576 mm | 2,720 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,300 mm | 4,801 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,816 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,788 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,529 kg | 1,450 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 62 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,100 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,397 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 965 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,326 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,209 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 960 mm | 33 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 736 L | 425 L | 311 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,183 L | 15.0 | -13 L |
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.