Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Kia Spectra | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 102.8 in | -2 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 177.2 in | 3.2 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 68.3 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 51.1 in | 57.9 in | -6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4220 lb. | 2701 lb. | 1519 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 40.0 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 55.1 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 52.4 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 42.8 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -35.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 |