Model Year | 2007 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Chevrolet Volt | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
Electric + Gas 149 hp 273 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 105.7 in | -2.9 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 177.1 in | -5.8 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 70.4 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 56.6 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2910 lb. | 3781 lb. | -871 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 9.3 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.8 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.5 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 53.7 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 42.1 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.0 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 53.9 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 51.2 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 34.1 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 10.6 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.8 ft3 | 0.0 | 52.8 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 |
2014 Chevrolet Volt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Hatch 149-horsepower Electric + Gas CVT FWD |
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2014 Chevrolet Volt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Hatch 149-horsepower Electric + Gas CVT FWD |
Rear seat is adequate, but it is difficult to install or remove a child seat. The cushion is too firm to make this easy. see full Chevrolet Volt review |
2014 | 4dr Hatch 149-horsepower Electric + Gas CVT FWD |
The car is only a four seter so there is no room if you have five people and with the front seats back all the way it is a little tight. see full Chevrolet Volt review |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 149-horsepower Electric + Gas CVT FWD |
The rear seats have limited leg room. A forward facing child car seat (Safety 1st Air Protect) is fine but to install it rear facing would make the passenger seat almost unusable and being a 4 seat there is no option to install in the middle of the rear which i find allows in many cars a good way to keep everyone safe & comfortable. see full Chevrolet Volt review |