Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Freestyle | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 203 hp@5750 207 lb-ft@4500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 113.8 in | -0.9 in |
Length | 200.1 in | 189.4 in | 10.7 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 78.1 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 68.3 in | 69.3 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3959 lb. | 4365 lb. | -406 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.9 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 63.2 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 59.2 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.7 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 65.3 in | -7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 65.8 in | -10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.0 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.6 in | 36.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 57.2 in | -6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.9 in | 49.3 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 33.9 in | -0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.8 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 7.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.9 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | -13.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.1 ft3 | 121.3 ft3 | -35.2 ft3 |
2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Very good for a vehicle of this size - both in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Reasonable space and comfort. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
I needed the 3rd row of seats see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Third row seating, fold flat rear seats for hauling large items see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Great room in the front (and rear) - very comfortable. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
The third row seat easily accommodates 6+ foot passengers. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Raised third row great for kids. Easy access to third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
3 row seating for kids see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Lots of space for car seats and adults in the second and third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Front seats are extremely comfortable. We were surprised by just how nice they were. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Drivers side left foot rests on pad which is slightly to the right due to the wheel. Takes a while to become acustomed to it. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2009 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 |