Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Kia Amanti | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 110.2 in | -9 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 196.0 in | -24.1 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 72.8 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 58.5 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2403 lb. | 3770 lb. | -1367 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -7.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 58.1 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 55.2 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 44.5 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 57.5 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 54.6 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 37.0 in | -5.9 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -6.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.7 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Rio.
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 |