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2005 Kia Spectra Base 4dr Sedan LX Manual

2005 Kia Spectra
Trim Info:
Front Wheel Drive, 4dr Sdn, Midsize
25 mpg city / 33 mpg hwy
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Technical Specifications

Technical Data
Body Style:
4dr Sdn
Drivetrain:
Front Wheel Drive
EPA Classification:
Midsize
Passenger Capacity:
5
Passenger Volume (ft³):
98.1
Base Curb Weight (lbs):
2701
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG):
25
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG):
33
Engine Type:
Gas I4
Displacement:
2.0L/121
Fuel System:
MPFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM:
138 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM:
136 @ 4500
Trans Description Cont.:
Manual w/OD
Suspension Type - Front:
Independent
Suspension Type - Rear:
Independent
Front Tire Size:
P195/60R15
Rear Tire Size:
P195/60R15
Front Wheel Size (in):
15 x 6
Rear Wheel Size (in):
15 x 6
Front Wheel Material:
Steel
Rear Wheel Material:
Steel
Brake ABS System:
4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ):
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ):
Yes
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in):
10.2 x 0.4
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal):
14.5
Wheelbase (in):
102.8
Length, Overall (in):
176.4
Trunk Volume (ft³):
12.2
Advanced Technical Data
Trans Type:
5
First Gear Ratio (:1):
3.62
Second Gear Ratio (:1):
2.05
Third Gear Ratio (:1):
1.39
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1):
1.06
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1):
0.84
Reverse Ratio (:1):
3.25
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1):
3.84
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary):
540
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps):
90
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.):
MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.):
Multi-Link
Steering Type:
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall:
13.7
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering):
2.8
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft):
33.2
Brake Type:
Pwr
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in):
10.8 x 1.0
Front Head Room (in):
40.0
Front Leg Room (in):
42.8
Front Shoulder Room (in):
55.1
Front Hip Room (in):
52.4
Second Head Room (in):
38.2
Second Leg Room (in):
35.4
Second Shoulder Room (in):
53.9
Second Hip Room (in):
53.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in):
68.3
Height, Overall (in):
57.9
Track Width, Front (in):
58.9
Track Width, Rear (in):
58.5
Min Ground Clearance (in):
6.3


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