Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Honda CR-V | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@5800 161 lb-ft@4200 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,519 mm | 4,547 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,819 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,565 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,537 kg | 1,512 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 58 L | 60 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 1,057 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 970 mm | 8 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 | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,011 L | 184 L | -183 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.7 | 898 L | -862.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,064 L | 2,095 L | 0 L |
2009 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The caravan style arm rests are ugly but extremely comfortable. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable to enter and exit. Very comfortable to sit in for long trips. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Looking for familly smallish SUV and our other option was a RAV-4, the CR-V felt like it had better hip and leg room in the rear. see full Honda CR-V review |
2009 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough, but materials feel cheap. Bench is very thin and hard on long trip. Good leg room, but overall not as nicely done as the VW Tiguan. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seats need another couple of inches of depth to provide anyone over six feet tall with proper thigh support. A little on the firm side after a couple of hours. Could also be improved with better lateral support. Not a deal breaker unless you expect a Volvo type lounger. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
In typical Japanese Small Car fashion, the front seats have very little thigh support for a 5ft 10inch person. The back support and position can be quite painful over 500 or more miles. This marred the ownership experience see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Headrest could not be adjusted comfortably. see full Honda CR-V review |
2007 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 |
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 |
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 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 |