Model Year | 2019 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Kona | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@5500 195 lb-ft@1500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 113.7 in | -11.3 in |
Length | 164.0 in | 193.4 in | -29.4 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 73.7 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 72.8 in | -11.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3043 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1488 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 59.0 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.4 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.4 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 58.9 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 55.5 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.9 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -38.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.2 | 43.9 ft3 | -24.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 45.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -37.9 ft3 |
2019 Hyundai Kona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Hyundai packaged the Kona fairly efficiently, but only so much was possible given the crossover's compact exterior dimensions. At 5-9 I can barely sit behind someone else my height, my knees nearly touching the front seat back. Put taller people in the front seats, and the rear seat would become viable only for small adults and children. The Honda HR-V has a much roomier rear seat (but much less comfortable front seats, at least for me, as their headrests jut too far forward). Most other competitors fall between the two. One exception: the Mazda CX-3 has an even tighter rear seat than the Kona. For those who fit, the Kona's rear seat is mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Hyundai Kona review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Hyundai Kona.
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |