Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 3.4L V6 OHV-2v 185 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@3800 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 106.3 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 179.0 in | 9.8 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 71.7 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 67.7 in | 1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 3333 lb. | 335 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.6 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 54.6 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 41.6 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 53.9 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 38.2 in | 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 | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -29.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.7 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.7 | 31.7 ft3 | 4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.1 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
2007 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat slides forward and back to acoomodate either people or more cargo see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2007 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Seat is okay on the interstate, but on a twisty road - forget it! Good thing it has a drivers door and a console, otherwise you would fall out or wind up in the passenger seat. Speaking of the console, what a joke!!! Idiot that designed that should be see full Chevrolet Equinox 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 |