Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,611 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,351 mm | 4,521 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,735 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,290 kg | 1,506 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 60 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,331 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,087 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 968 mm | 18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,288 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 874 mm | 25 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 518 L | 362 L | 156 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,495 L | 1,252 L | 0 L |
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 |
2010 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |