

Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercury Monterey | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | 4.2L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@4250 263 lb-ft@3650 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.8 in | 102.8 in | 18 in |
Length | 201.0 in | 171.3 in | 29.7 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 68.3 in | 7.7 in |
Height | 70.8 in | 57.9 in | 12.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4260 lb. | 2910 lb. | 1350 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 11.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.0 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 55.1 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 52.4 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.8 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 38.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.5 in | 53.9 in | 9.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.4 in | 53.9 in | 12.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 35.4 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.1 in | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.9 in | 0.0 in | 50.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.1 in | 0.0 in | 48.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.5 in | 0.0 in | 30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 109.1 in (over 3 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 30.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.6 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | 9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 71.6 ft3 | 18.3 | 53.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 131.5 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | 78.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Mercury Monterey.
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 |