Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 115.3 in | -12.5 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 199.4 in | -28.1 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 77.5 in | -9.2 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 69.0 in | -11.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2910 lb. | 4409 lb. | -1499 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.3 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 57.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 56.7 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.0 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.5 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 58.1 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 57.4 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 39.4 in | -4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.1 in | -40.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.7 in | -29.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 3.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.3 | 38.2 ft3 | -19.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.8 ft3 | 71.2 ft3 | -18.4 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mazda CX-9.