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2008 Kia Spectra and 2008 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Spectra | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 103.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 174.7 in | -3.4 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 71.1 in | -2.8 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 67.7 in | -9.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2910 lb. | 3387 lb. | -477 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.6 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 53.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.2 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.9 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 49.1 in | 4.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 35.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -10.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.8 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -13.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Spectra
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Escape
| 2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |
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