Model Year | 2016 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 178 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 108.9 in | 1.5 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 188.4 in | 2.7 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 74.8 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 66.3 in | -8.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3496 lb. | 4208 lb. | -712 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 59.1 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 57.5 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 40.2 in | 5.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 58.3 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 56.3 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 41.7 in | -6.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 36.4 ft3 | -20.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 72.1 ft3 | -56.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe.