Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Avenger | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 235 hp@6400 232 lb-ft@4000 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 182 hp@6000 182 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable 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 | 190.9 in | 179.0 in | 11.9 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 71.7 in | 0.1 in |
Height | 58.9 in | 67.7 in | -8.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3568 lb. | 3443 lb. | 125 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 1.1 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 | 53.2 in | 54.6 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 41.6 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 53.9 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 38.2 in | -1.7 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 | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.4 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.4 | 31.7 ft3 | -18.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.4 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -60.6 ft3 |
2009 Dodge Avenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It fits three teenagers easily see full Dodge Avenger review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of interior space, seats are pretty comfortable. see full Dodge Avenger review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy rear seat both in terms of legroom, head and shoulder room. Easy to enter and exit, especially when you have a child in a car seat, plenty of room to work around. The split rear seat folds down for extra cargo room if needed. see full Dodge Avenger review |
2008 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 |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |