Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Hyundai Accent | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 110 hp@6000 106 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,611 mm | 2,499 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,501 mm | 4,280 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,735 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,255 kg | 1,090 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 45 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,331 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,087 mm | 1,087 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 960 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,260 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 871 mm | 28 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,958 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 345 L | 351 L | -6 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 |
2009 Hyundai Accent Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
ROOM FOR MY 240 LB BODY see full Hyundai Accent review |
2009 Hyundai Accent Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Hatch 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
By definition, being a subcompact means a smaller interior. To be fair, although the Accent is technically a subcompact, the government compares the Accent to compact cars. In fact, the Accent has more interior room than the large Civics or Corollas. see full Hyundai Accent review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
NOT MUCH TO SPARE see full Hyundai Accent review |