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Hyundai Sonata (2008) vs. Kia K5 (2021) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Hyundai Sonata and 2021 Kia K5 specs.

2008 Hyundai Sonata and 2021 Kia K5 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2021  
Model Hyundai Sonata Kia K5  
Engine 3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
234 hp@6000
226 lb-ft@3500
turbocharged
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
290 hp@5800
311 lb-ft@1650
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,728 mm 2,850 mm 0 mm
Length 4,798 mm 4,905 mm 0 mm
Width 1,831 mm 1,859 mm 0 mm
Height 1,473 mm 1,445 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,569 kg 1,603 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 67 L 56 L 11 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,019 mm 1,021 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,458 mm 1,473 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,410 mm 1,438 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,110 mm 1,171 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 970 mm 960 mm 10 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,445 mm 1,425 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,405 mm 1,438 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 950 mm 894 mm 56 mm
Total Legroom 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) 2,065 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 462 L 453 L 9 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Hyundai Sonata

2008 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
plenty of room for 6 foot tall man see full Hyundai Sonata review
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
love the heated front seats see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review
2008 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review
 

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