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2009 Kia Optima and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Length | 189.0 in | 176.2 in | 12.8 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 69.5 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 59.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3157 lb. | 2937 lb. | 220 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.0 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 55.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 53.9 in | 0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 43.5 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.4 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.7 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 52.6 in | 2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | -50.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
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