Model Year | 2007 | 2020 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 110 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5200 206 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 110.4 in | -12 in |
Length | 166.9 in | 193.6 in | -26.7 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 72.2 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 58.0 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2403 lb. | 3325 lb. | -922 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 56.9 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 42.4 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 57.0 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 0.0 in | 50 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 39.1 in | -4.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
2007 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 |
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