Hyundai Sonata vs Kia Optima Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2018 catalog dimensions. Hyundai Sonata · Kia Optima
- Length191.1 in
- Height58.1 in
- Wheelbase110.4 in
- Ground clearance5.3 in
- Curb weight3,219 lb – 3,589 lb
- Width73.4 in
- Kia Optima width73.2 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: essentially the same
- Width: Kia Optima is 0.2 in narrower (73.4 in vs 73.2 in)
- Height: Hyundai Sonata is 0.4 in taller (58.1 in vs 57.7 in)
- Wheelbase: essentially the same
- Ground clearance: essentially the same
- Curb weight: Hyundai Sonata is 48 lb heavier (3,404 lb vs 3,357 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Hyundai Sonata is 48 lb heavier (3,404 lb vs 3,357 lb)
- Height: Hyundai Sonata is 0.4 in taller (58.1 in vs 57.7 in)
- Width: Kia Optima is 0.2 in narrower (73.4 in vs 73.2 in)
Practical verdicts
- Narrower for tight parkingKia Optima — Kia Optima is narrower by 0.2 in
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Hyundai Sonata | Kia Optima | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 73.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 57.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 110.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Curb weight | 3,404 lb | 3,357 lb | 48 lb |
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