Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 180.5 in | -1.5 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 68.9 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 63.6 in | 4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 3457 lb. | -124 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.7 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 53.1 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 57.8 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.4 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 37.1 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 40.9 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 30.5 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | 0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 44.4 ft3 | -12.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 3.1 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 |
2013 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |