Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | Kia Spectra | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 102.8 in | -4.6 in |
Length | 161.9 in | 171.3 in | -9.4 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 68.3 in | 1.8 in |
Height | 49.9 in | 57.9 in | -8 in |
Curb Weight | 3108 lb. | 2844 lb. | 264 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 40.0 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 55.1 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.8 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.8 in | -38.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Total Legroom | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -36.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.9 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.9 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | -40.9 ft3 |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
enough leg room for a six-footer (unlike the Miata we almost bought) see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
2009 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |