Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,611 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,501 mm | 4,920 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,735 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,225 kg | 1,478 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 70 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,331 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,087 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 947 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 965 mm | -66 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 345 L | 470 L | -125 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 |
2011 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seats are medicore but with good additional seat support back does not hurt after long drive. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review |