Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Honda Element | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 101.4 in | 5.7 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 169.3 in | 19.7 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 71.5 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 70.4 in | -12.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 3499 lb. | -302 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 43.3 in | -3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.1 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.0 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.0 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 52.2 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 47.6 in | 7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.1 in | -1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 26.0 ft3 | -11 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 77.1 ft3 | -62.1 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 2008 Honda Element.