Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 277 hp@6000 311 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 108.9 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 188.4 in | 0.6 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 74.8 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 66.3 in | -8 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 3907 lb. | -613 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.1 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 57.5 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 40.2 in | 3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.0 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.3 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.3 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 41.7 in | -3.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 36.4 ft3 | -21.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 72.1 ft3 | -57.1 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 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe.