Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Amanti | Ford Edge | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6250 250 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 111.2 in | -1 in |
Length | 196.0 in | 185.7 in | 10.3 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 75.8 in | -3 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 67.2 in | -8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3770 lb. | 4073 lb. | -303 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.8 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.5 in | 40.7 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 58.8 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 56.3 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.6 in | -2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -16.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 69.6 ft3 | -54.1 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 |
2007 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Spacious legroom and reclining seats. Fat center fold down armrest with cup holders and adjustable A/C vents are a nice touch. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Great for long trips. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
i have 2 teenagers who have complained regularly with other vehicles they have rode in in the last 6 months. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are very comfortable. Love the forward leaning front headrests. Great legroom as well. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Larger and more comfortable than any other offering in this segment. Class leading legroom and open feel. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
EXCELLENT ROOM IN THE REAR FOR LEGS AND STRETCHING OUT. see full Ford Edge review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
It is very comfortable and I love that the rear seats recline in various positions for comfort. see full Ford Edge review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room for driver and passenger. Great for long road trips. see full Ford Edge review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room for 1 or 2 kids. Great leg room because no third row seating. see full Ford Edge review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The Edge is very roomy and comfortable. By leaving out the third seat option, they were able to give the front and rear rows both a little more space and it can comfortably fit 5 adults. see full Ford Edge review |
2007 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
No 3rd row available see full Ford Edge review |