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2009 Kia Spectra and 2008 Kia Optima Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Spectra | Kia Optima | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 107.1 in | -4.3 in |
| Length | 177.2 in | 186.4 in | -9.2 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 71.1 in | -2.8 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 58.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 3179 lb. | -478 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 57.1 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 54.5 in | -2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 43.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 56.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 37.8 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -3.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Spectra
| 2009 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 Kia Optima
| 2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
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