Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Veloster | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 107.1 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 166.1 in | 189.0 in | -22.9 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 71.1 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 55.1 in | 58.3 in | -3.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2943 lb. | 3294 lb. | -351 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 57.1 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.5 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 43.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 38.0 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 56.3 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.7 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.7 in | 37.8 in | -6.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -5.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.7 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 19.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Hyundai Veloster.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.