Kia Optima (2012) vs. Hyundai Elantra Touring (2012) Specs

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2012 Kia Optima and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications

Model Year	2012	2012
Model	Kia Optima	Hyundai Elantra Touring
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	2,794 mm	2,700 mm	0 mm
Length	4,844 mm	4,475 mm	0 mm
Width	1,831 mm	1,765 mm	0 mm
Height	1,455 mm	1,519 mm	0 mm
Curb Weight	1,454 kg	1,332 kg	0 kg
Fuel Capacity	70 L	53 L	17 L
Headroom, Row 1	1,016 mm	1,016 mm	0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1	1,453 mm	1,407 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1	1,389 mm	1,369 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 1	1,156 mm	1,105 mm	0 mm
Headroom, Row 2	955 mm	1,001 mm	954 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2	1,415 mm	1,389 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2	1,384 mm	1,336 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 2	881 mm	925 mm	-44 mm
Total Legroom	2,037 mm (over 2 rows)	2,029 mm (over 2 rows)	0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum	436 L	688 L	-252 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.4	1,849 L	14.4

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima

2012 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review

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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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