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 |
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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 |
2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |