Your browser,
, is out of date and not supported by www.automobilemag.com. It may not display all features of our site properly and could have potential security flaws. Please update your browser to the most upated version.
Update Now
Close x
My Profile
Logout
New Cars
New Car Research
Car Prices
Rebates
Compare
Cost of Ownership
Warranties
Get a Quote
Used Cars
Used Car Research
Used Cars For Sale
Certified Vehicles
Resale Values
Car Recalls
Car Reviews
New Car Reviews
Magazine Features
Road Tests
Four Seasons Car Tests
Auto Shows
Editorial Columns
Future Cars
Rumors
Rumor Central
Car News
Forums
Photos & Videos
Photos
Car Videos
Tools & Tips
Green Car Guide
Car Specifications
Car Insurance
Car Leasing
Auto Dealers
Auto Loan Tips
Editorial Staff
Subscribe
Subscribe
Zinio Digital Edition
iMag for iPad
Customer Service
Give a Gift
Home
/
Used Cars
/
Kia
/
Spectra
/
2008 Spectra
/
Comparisons
See All Photos
Resale:
$8,954
Value:
N/A
MPG:
24 city/32 hwy
Any Make
Any Model
Similarly Priced
$11,990
2014 Nissan Versa
$13,200
2013 Ford Fiesta
$11,990
2013 Nissan Versa
$13,865
2012 Chevrolet Sonic
2008 Kia Model Comparisons
Individual reviews have their uses, but nothing reveals a car’s pros and cons like
...
cold, hard scrutiny. With our 2008 Kia Spectra comparison tool you can see for yourself how any two or three models measure up against this vehicle in body dimensions, horsepower, fuel economy, equipment, pricing, you name it. Our user-friendly format should make differences easy to spot.
read more
Submodels
Pricing
Photos
Reviews
Classifieds
Specs
Safety
Compare
Viewing Page 1 of 3
Comparing
Most Similar
All Trims
All Kia
Year
2008
Make
Kia
Model
Spectra
Trim
===============
Sedan
- EX FWD L4
- LX FWD L4
- SX FWD L4
General Pricing
General Pricing
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
MSRP
$13,895.00
$25,855.00
$19,895.00
$10,890.00
Destination
$650.00
$725.00
$675.00
$650.00
Internet Price
Get Price Quote
Get Price Quote
Get Price Quote
Get Price Quote
Engines & Power
Engines & Power
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Standard Engine
2L 138hp I4
3.8L 264hp V6
2.4L 162hp I4
1.6L 110hp I4
Horsepower
138 @ 6000 RPM
264 @ 6000 RPM
162 @ 5800 RPM
110 @ 6000 RPM
Torque
136 @ 4500 RPM
260 @ 4500 RPM
164 @ 4250 RPM
107 @ 4500 RPM
Valves
4
4
4
4
Displacement (cc)
1975
3778
2359
1599
Bore X Stroke (in.)
3.2 X 3.7
3.8 X 3.4
3.5 X 3.8
3 X 3.4
Compression Ratio
10.1:1
10.4:1
10.5:1
10.0:1
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
City (mpg)
24
17
21
27
Highway (mpg)
32
24
31
32
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Curb Weight - Automatic (lb.)
2766.8
3769.9
3179.1
2365.6
Wheelbase (in.)
102.8
110.2
107.1
98.4
Length (in.)
177.2
196.9
186.4
166.9
Width (in.)
68.3
72.8
71.1
66.7
Height (in.)
57.9
58.5
58.3
57.9
Track Front (in.)
58.9
62.4
61.5
57.9
Track Rear (in.)
58.5
62.6
61.1
57.5
Ground Clearance (in.)
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Interior Dimensions
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Standard Seating
5
5
5
5
Front Headroom (in.)
40
40
39.8
39.6
Rear Headroom (in.)
38.2
38.2
38
37.8
Front Legroom (in.)
42.8
44.5
43.7
42.8
Rear Legroom (in.)
35.4
36.8
37.8
34.3
Front Shoulder Room (in.)
55.1
58.1
57.1
53.5
Rear Shoulder Room (in.)
53.9
57.5
56.3
53.1
Front Hip Room (in.)
52.4
55.2
54.5
50.8
Rear Hip Room (in.)
53.9
54.6
54.7
50
Payload & Towing
Payload & Towing
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Passenger Volum (cu. ft.)
97
106
104.2
92.2
Steering, Suspension & Brakes
Steering, Suspension & Brakes
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Front Suspension
strut
wishbone
strut
strut
Rear Suspension
multi-link
multi-link
multi-link
torsion
Tires
195/60R15
225/60R16
205/60R16
175/70R14
Anti-Theft & Locks
Anti-Theft & Locks
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Power Door Locks
N/A
Std.
Std.
N/A
Braking & Traction
Braking & Traction
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
4 Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
ABS Brakes (2 or 4 Wheel)
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Limited Slip Differential or Axle
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Vehicle Stability Control System
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Radio
AM/FM
AM/FM
AM/FM
N/A
Cassette Player
N/A
Yes
N/A
N/A
CD Player
Yes
Yes
Yes
N/A
CD Changer
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
DVD Player
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Navigation Aid
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Interior
Interior
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Cruise Control
N/A
Std.
Std.
N/A
Tilt Steering
Yes
Yes
Yes
N/A
Telescopic Steering Column
N/A
N/A
Yes
N/A
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Air Conditioning
N/A
Std.
Std.
N/A
Safety
Safety
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Driver Airbag
Std.
Std.
Std.
Std.
Front Side Airbag
Std.
Std.
Std.
Std.
Passenger Side Airbag
Std.
Std.
Std.
Std.
Rear Side Airbag
N/A
Std.
N/A
N/A
Seats
Seats
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat
N/A
Yes
Yes
N/A
Roof
Roof
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Sunroof / Moonroof
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Minimize
Expand
Kia Spectra LX
Kia Amanti
Kia Optima EX
Kia Rio
Power Windows
N/A
Std.
Std.
N/A
See Pricing Details
•
DEALER LOCATOR
•
Print
•
Email
•
SHARE
Social Web
Facebook
Twitter
StumbleUpon
•
Subscribe
» More from AOL Autos
•
Check Out Car News, Articles and Stories on AOL Autos
•
Autoblog The List
•
Check Out Photo Galleries on AOL Autos
Rumor Central
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51 Goes 0-60 MPH in 3.8 Seconds
Runs the quarter mile in 12 seconds at 119 mph.
more
Feature Flick: 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante is Stunning
Watch this and be treated to both aural and visual delights.
more
J.D. Power Releases 2013 Survey Results
GM and Porsche win big in 2013 J.D. Power quality awards.
more
Euro-Market Fiat 500L Living Seats Seven
The 2014 Fiat 500L may be coming to our shores, but one compact people-mover we likely won’t get is...
more
Feature Flick: 2013 BMW 750iL Versus 2013 Jaguar XJL Supercharged
Two big luxury sedans duke it out on the open road.
more
Your browser does not support iframes
Your browser does not support iframes