Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Hyundai Tucson | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 165 hp@6200 146 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 103.9 in | 3.2 in |
Length | 186.4 in | 173.2 in | 13.2 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 71.7 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 65.2 in | -6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3179 lb. | 3139 lb. | 40 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.1 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 55.5 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.1 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.1 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.1 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.4 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 25.7 ft3 | -10.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 55.8 ft3 | -41 ft3 |
2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2011 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are very comfortable. The seat molds around you so it gives great support. see full Hyundai Tucson review |