Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 101.5 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 177.2 in | 173.5 in | 3.7 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 70.5 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 56.8 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 3549 lb. | -848 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.5 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 54.7 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.7 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 35.8 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 41.5 in | 12.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 32.5 in | 2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.2 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.2 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 1.7 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 |
2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |