Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Hyundai Tucson | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 176 hp@6000 168 lb-ft@4000 |
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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 | 189.0 in | 173.2 in | 15.8 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 71.7 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 65.2 in | -6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 3201 lb. | -4 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 1.1 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 | 15.0 ft3 | 25.7 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 55.8 ft3 | -40.8 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 2012 Hyundai Tucson.