Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 300 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,611 mm | 3,023 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,351 mm | 5,245 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,735 mm | 2,002 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,961 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,290 kg | 2,530 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 106 L | -51 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,331 mm | 1,529 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,087 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 1,011 mm | 985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 993 mm | -94 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 973 mm | -973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,318 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,275 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 958 mm | -958 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,995 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 518 L | 527 L | -9 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.3 | 1,557 L | 17.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,495 L | 3,067 L | -2 L |
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 |
2007 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of leg room! see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |