Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Kia Amanti | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 110.2 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 196.0 in | -30.6 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 72.8 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 58.5 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 3770 lb. | -444 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.0 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.1 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 44.5 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.4 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 57.5 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 37.0 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
2009 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |