Model Year | 2021 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia K5 | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 290 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 103.7 in | 8.5 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 180.0 in | 13.1 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 69.4 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 58.7 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3534 lb. | 3480 lb. | 54 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 15.3 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.6 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 54.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 53.3 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 46.1 in | 42.2 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.9 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.3 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 54.1 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 36.1 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.0 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia K5.
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |