Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Amanti | Dodge Challenger | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
6.1L V8 OHV-2v 425 hp@6000 420 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 116.0 in | -5.8 in |
Length | 196.0 in | 197.7 in | -1.7 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 75.7 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 57.0 in | 1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3770 lb. | 4140 lb. | -370 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.5 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.2 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.7 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.5 in | 42.0 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 37.4 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 53.9 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 51.4 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 32.6 in | 4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.6 in (over 2 rows) | 6.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.5 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2008 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The most comfortable seats I have ever been in can drive all day and back does not hurt. see full Dodge Challenger review |