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Kia Rondo (2009) vs. Hyundai Elantra Touring (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Kia Rondo and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring specs.

2009 Kia Rondo and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Kia Rondo Hyundai Elantra Touring  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
175 hp@6000
169 lb-ft@4000
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4600
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 106.3 in 0 in
Length 179.0 in 176.2 in 2.8 in
Width 71.7 in 69.5 in 2.2 in
Height 67.7 in 59.8 in 7.9 in
Curb Weight 3333 lb. 2969 lb. 364 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.8 gal. 14.0 gal. 1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.6 in 40.0 in 1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.4 in -55.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.6 in 53.9 in 0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 43.5 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 41.6 in 39.4 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.7 in -54.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.9 in 52.6 in 1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.2 in 36.4 in 1.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 35.1 in 0.0 in 35.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 40.3 in 0.0 in 40.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 31.3 in 0.0 in 31.3 in
Total Legroom 110.8 in (over 3 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 30.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 6.5 ft3 24.3 ft3 -17.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 31.7 ft3 24.3 7.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 74.0 ft3 65.3 ft3 8.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Rondo

2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review
 
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