Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Chrysler Sebring | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 189 hp@6400 191 lb-ft@4000 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
|
Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.9 in | 106.3 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 179.0 in | 11.6 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 71.7 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 67.7 in | -8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3356 lb. | 3443 lb. | -87 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.6 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 54.6 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 41.6 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 53.9 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.2 in | -0.6 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 | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -30.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.9 | 31.7 ft3 | -17.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -60.1 ft3 |
2008 Chrysler Sebring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Largest in its class so far as I can tell after going from dealership to dealship to compare. see full Chrysler Sebring 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 |