Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Tucson | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 102.8 in | 0.7 in |
Length | 170.3 in | 171.3 in | -1 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 68.3 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 57.9 in | 8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3370 lb. | 2910 lb. | 460 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.0 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 55.1 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 52.4 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.8 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.9 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 53.9 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 35.4 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.7 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.5 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 |
2008 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of leg room. see full Hyundai Tucson 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 |