Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Nissan Rogue | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 110 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 105.9 in | -7.5 in |
Length | 158.1 in | 183.3 in | -25.2 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 70.9 in | -4.2 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 65.3 in | -7.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2476 lb. | 3276 lb. | -800 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.9 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 53.1 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 42.5 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.3 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 53.6 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 51.2 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 35.3 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 28.9 ft3 | -13.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 57.9 ft3 | -8.3 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2012 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT FWD |
I'm over 6' tall with long legs, and I have plenty of room. I can sit in the rear seat after I set the driver's seat at a comfortable position, as well. I wish the lower cushion height/angle could be adjusted, but still very comfortable. see full Nissan Rogue review |