Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Eclipse | Kia Spectra | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 102.8 in | -1.4 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 171.3 in | 9.1 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 68.3 in | 3.9 in |
Height | 53.5 in | 57.9 in | -4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3269 lb. | 2844 lb. | 425 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.0 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 55.1 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 52.4 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 42.8 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 38.8 in | -4.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 53.9 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.4 in | 53.9 in | -9.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.2 in | 35.4 in | -6.2 in |
Total Legroom | 72 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -6.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.7 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.7 ft3 | 52.8 ft3 | -37.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 |