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Kia Rio (2008) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Kia Rio and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer specs.

2008 Kia Rio and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Kia Rio Mitsubishi Lancer  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.4 in 103.7 in -5.3 in
Length 166.9 in 180.0 in -13.1 in
Width 66.7 in 69.4 in -2.7 in
Height 57.9 in 58.7 in -0.8 in
Curb Weight 2365 lb. 2922 lb. -557 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.9 gal. 15.3 gal. -3.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 39.6 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.5 in 54.7 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.8 in 53.3 in -2.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.8 in 42.2 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 36.9 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 54.3 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 50.0 in 54.1 in -4.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.3 in 36.1 in -1.8 in
Total Legroom 77.1 in (over 2 rows) 78.3 in (over 2 rows) -1.2 in
Cargo Volume 11.9 ft3 11.6 ft3 0.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Rio

2008 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
good leg room, seats are comfortable see full Kia Rio review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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