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Kia Optima (2006) vs. Hyundai Genesis (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Kia Optima and 2012 Hyundai Genesis specs.

2006 Kia Optima and 2012 Hyundai Genesis Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
Model Kia Optima Hyundai Genesis  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 115.6 in -9.3 in
Length 185.8 in 196.3 in -10.5 in
Width 71.5 in 74.4 in -2.9 in
Height 55.5 in 58.1 in -2.6 in
Curb Weight 3281 lb. 3824 lb. -543 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal. 19.3 gal. -2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.0 in 40.4 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.9 in 58.3 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.8 in 54.9 in 0.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.3 in 44.3 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 37.7 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.7 in 57.9 in -2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.4 in 54.3 in 0.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 38.6 in -2.4 in
Total Legroom 79.5 in (over 2 rows) 82.9 in (over 2 rows) -3.4 in
Cargo Volume 13.6 ft3 15.9 ft3 -2.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Optima

2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Genesis

2012 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Climate controls (heat and cooling) are great for the driver. Let's add cooling for the passenger. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2012 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 I am 6'3" and have more than enough head and leg room. Front seat width room is great see full Hyundai Genesis review
2012 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 very comfortable even on a 4hr drive. see full Hyundai Genesis review
 
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