Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
Model | Kia Amanti | Chevrolet Malibu Limited | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 202 hp@6300 191 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 107.8 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 196.0 in | 191.5 in | 4.5 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.0 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 57.6 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3770 lb. | 3393 lb. | 377 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.0 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.5 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.0 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.5 in | 42.1 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 37.5 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 57.1 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 54.3 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.8 in | 0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.5 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
2008 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |
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