Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Jeep Patriot | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 103.7 in | -0.9 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 173.6 in | -2.3 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 69.1 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 64.4 in | -6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2910 lb. | 3190 lb. | -280 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.0 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 54.6 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 52.3 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 40.6 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.3 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.0 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 51.0 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 39.4 in | -4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.8 ft3 | 54.2 ft3 | -1.4 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 |
2008 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
tall driver 6" 6" many other vehicles simply undriveable see full Jeep Patriot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Plenty of space for taller people. Not cramped like most compact SUVs. see full Jeep Patriot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Supportive and roomy. I can drive for hours without fatigue. see full Jeep Patriot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Its comfortable on long trips see full Jeep Patriot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Support, not hard, just plain comfortable see full Jeep Patriot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
lot of front room see full Jeep Patriot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Adults will find the back seats of the Patriot comfortable. Let a kid sit in the middle. see full Jeep Patriot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Plenty of head/leg room; vehicle definitely feels larger on the inside than it looks from the outside. see full Jeep Patriot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The front seats are simply comfortable; the back seats not so much. see full Jeep Patriot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Knee room and seat comfort is good for this type of vehicle and this price see full Jeep Patriot review |
2008 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Slim on the rear seat room. see full Jeep Patriot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Seat is a little high hard back there, and front seat backs have no pockets. see full Jeep Patriot review |