Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,794 mm | 2,611 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,821 mm | 4,501 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,735 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,434 kg | 1,225 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 55 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,087 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 970 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 899 mm | -20 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 464 L | 345 L | 119 L |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |