Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Honda Element | Kia Optima | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 110.0 in | -8.6 in |
Length | 169.9 in | 190.7 in | -20.8 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 72.1 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 57.3 in | 13.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 3206 lb. | 227 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.0 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.2 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 54.7 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 45.5 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 55.7 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 54.5 in | -6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 34.7 in | 4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 9.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 59.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Honda Element.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.