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Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Buick Rendezvous | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 195 hp@5200 215 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 102.8 in | 9.4 in |
Length | 186.5 in | 171.3 in | 15.2 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 68.3 in | 5.3 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 57.9 in | 11 in |
Curb Weight | 4096 lb. | 2910 lb. | 1186 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 55.1 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 52.4 in | 8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 42.8 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 53.9 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.1 in | 53.9 in | 7.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 35.4 in | 3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 0.0 in | 37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.5 in | 0.0 in | 48.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.6 in | 0.0 in | 34.6 in |
Total Legroom | 114.1 in (over 3 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 35.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.1 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 54.5 ft3 | 18.3 | 36.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.9 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 |
2007 Buick Rendezvous Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 195-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
easy to get in and out of! see full Buick Rendezvous 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 |