Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Honda Civic | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 106.3 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 177.2 in | 176.7 in | 0.5 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 69.0 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 56.5 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 2628 lb. | 73 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.7 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 51.9 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 42.2 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.4 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 52.4 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 51.0 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 34.6 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 0.2 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 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |