Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Buick Terraza | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.1 in | -14.8 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 205.0 in | -26 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 75.2 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 72.0 in | -4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 4476 lb. | -1143 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -9.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 59.9 in | -59.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 55.8 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.9 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.9 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 61.6 in | -7.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.9 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 38.1 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 48.3 in | -8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 36.2 in | -4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -20.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 | -42.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -62.5 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |
2006 Buick Terraza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
All front seats are comfortable (or better be). This car had as much room and comfort in all 3 rows as the front seat. see full Buick Terraza review |
2006 Buick Terraza Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior seat configuration is abhorrant. Nigh impossbile to get to row 3 without hurting oneself. see full Buick Terraza review |