Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Chevrolet Uplander | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 118.9 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 204.4 in | 202.0 in | 2.4 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 78.3 in | -6.3 in |
Height | 72.1 in | 69.3 in | 2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4470 lb. | 4387 lb. | 83 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 63.2 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 59.2 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 41.7 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.2 in | 65.3 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.6 in | 65.9 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 40.9 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 38.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 60.5 in | -11.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 50.1 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 34.0 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 115 in (over 3 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.9 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | -5.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 74.1 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 136.5 ft3 | 141.5 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
2007 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |