Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Chevrolet Equinox | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 112.5 in | -9.7 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 188.8 in | -17.5 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 71.4 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 69.3 in | -11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2844 lb. | 3699 lb. | -855 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.9 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.7 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 51.1 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.2 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 40.1 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.9 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 51.4 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 40.2 in | -4.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -17.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.8 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -14.3 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |