| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Kia Spectra | Acura TL | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 109.3 in | -6.5 in |
| Length | 177.2 in | 195.3 in | -18.1 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 74.0 in | -5.7 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 3708 lb. | -1007 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.4 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 58.1 in | -3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 55.7 in | -3.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 42.5 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 36.7 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 56.2 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
| 2008 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |
| 2010 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats in this automobile are trimmed in supple leather yet are nice and firm in the European style for all day comfort. I look forward to some longer trips once spring arrives. see full Acura TL review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The sport seats are the nicest in its class, supportive, and hold the driver and passenger well during cornering. see full Acura TL review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable and supportive, great fit liek a glove. see full Acura TL review |