Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6950 222 lb-ft@5100 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,858 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,770 mm | 4,547 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,842 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,789 kg | 1,562 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 60 L | 11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,057 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,298 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,013 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 892 mm | -892 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,024 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 795 mm | -795 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 892 L | 184 L | 708 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.5 | 898 L | -866.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,804 L | 2,095 L | -1 L |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them 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 |