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2009 Kia Optima and 2010 Hyundai Elantra Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Hyundai Elantra | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 104.3 in | 2.8 in |
| Length | 189.0 in | 177.4 in | 11.6 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 69.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 58.3 in | 0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 2747 lb. | 450 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 | 55.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 54.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 43.5 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.6 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.1 in | 1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 54.0 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.0 in | 2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about 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 2009 Kia Optima.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Hyundai Elantra
| 2010 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2010 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
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