Model Year | 2009 | 2020 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Sonic | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@4900 148 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 99.4 in | 7.7 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 173.9 in | 15.1 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 68.3 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 59.7 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 2857 lb. | 340 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 12.2 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 53.4 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 51.4 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.8 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.0 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 51.6 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 34.6 in | 3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 5.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Chevrolet Sonic.