Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Buick Lucerne | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6000 295 lb-ft@4400 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 106.3 in | 9.3 in |
Length | 203.2 in | 179.0 in | 24.2 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 71.7 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 67.7 in | -9.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3969 lb. | 3443 lb. | 526 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 41.6 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 0.0 in | 58 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 54.6 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.3 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 41.6 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 0.0 in | 57 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 53.9 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.4 in | 38.2 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 83.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -26.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.0 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.0 | 31.7 ft3 | -14.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.0 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -57 ft3 |
2006 Buick Lucerne Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic FWD |
this seat with Heat is just amazing. It sucks you in and makes the ride alot more enjoyable see full Buick Lucerne review |
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 |