Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Honda Element | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 110 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4500 |
2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 101.4 in | -3 in |
Length | 158.1 in | 169.9 in | -11.8 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 71.6 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 70.4 in | -12.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2476 lb. | 3515 lb. | -1039 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 43.3 in | -3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 57.1 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 55.0 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.0 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.2 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 47.6 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 39.1 in | -4.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 74.6 ft3 | -25 ft3 |
2008 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
good leg room, seats are comfortable see full Kia Rio review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Honda Element.