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2010 Volkswagen Passat and 2009 Kia Spectra Specifications
| Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Passat | Kia Spectra | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 102.8 in | 3.9 in |
| Length | 188.2 in | 177.2 in | 11 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 68.3 in | 3.4 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 57.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3344 lb. | 2767 lb. | 577 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 55.1 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.8 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.2 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 53.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 35.4 in | 2.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | 2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen Passat
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Spectra
| 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 |
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