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2009 Hyundai Tucson and 2008 Kia Optima Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Hyundai Tucson | Kia Optima | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 107.1 in | -3.6 in |
| Length | 170.3 in | 186.4 in | -16.1 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 71.1 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 58.3 in | 7.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3370 lb. | 3179 lb. | 191 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.8 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 57.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 54.5 in | -2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 43.7 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.0 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.3 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 54.7 in | -3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.8 in | -0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.7 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 7.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.5 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 50.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Tucson
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are very comfortable. The seat molds around you so it gives great support. see full Hyundai Tucson review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Optima
| 2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
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