Kia Cadenza (2017) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2009) Specs

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2017 Kia Cadenza and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year	2017	2009
Model	Kia Cadenza	Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban
Engine	3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 253 lb-ft@5200	6.2L V8 OHV-2v 395 hp@5600 417 lb-ft@4300
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.4 in	116.0 in	-3.6 in
Length	195.7 in	202.0 in	-6.3 in
Width	73.6 in	79.0 in	-5.4 in
Height	57.9 in	76.9 in	-19 in
Curb Weight	3633 lb.	5220 lb.	-1587 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	26.0 gal.	-7.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.2 in	41.1 in	-0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.3 in	65.3 in	-7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.5 in	64.4 in	-7.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.5 in	41.3 in	4.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.9 in	39.2 in	-1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	65.2 in	-8.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.3 in	60.6 in	-4.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.2 in	39.0 in	-1.8 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.9 in	-37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	61.7 in	-61.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	49.1 in	-49.1 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	25.6 in	-25.6 in
Total Legroom	82.7 in (over 2 rows)	105.9 in (over 3 rows)	-23.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	16.0 ft³	16.9 ft³	-0.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	16.0	60.3 ft³	-44.3
Cargo Volume, Maximum	16.0 ft³	108.9 ft³	-92.9 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Kia Cadenza

2017 Kia Cadenza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2017	Due to its shorter greenhouse and taller, more intrusive center console, the Buick's front row doesn't feel nearly as roomy as the Kia's, or even as roomy as the related Chevrolet Malibu's. Large sedans aren't what they used to be. While in the past they were both longer and wider than midsize sedans, these days they more often than not share platforms with the latter, and thus are not significantly wider, only longer. Even in the official specs the LaCrosse has nearly an inch less front shoulder room than the "smaller" Malibu. Likewise, the Cadenza's front row dimensions are within fractions of an inch of the Optima's. If you're seeking more front seat room than in a midsize sedan, you won't find it in these cars. To be fair, midsize sedans have grown. Both the Cadenza and LaCrosse have comfortable front seats, with the Buick's cushion perhaps slightly cushier. Take a turn aggressively, though, and you're much more likely to slide off the Buick's non-bucket, as it provides hardly any lateral support. The Cadenza's bolsters are more effective. The payoff for the additional size of these largish sedans can be found in the back seat, where each offers about two inches more legroom than its junior partner. On paper, the Kia Cadenza offers only slightly more total legroom than the Buick LaCrosse. In reality, it offers much more. With the front seat positioned for my 30-inch inseam (I'm not long of leg), I had about ten inches of knee room in the Kia's back seat. The Kia's rear seat cushion is also a little more supportive and comfortable than the Buick's. Not so good: in both cars there's not enough space under the front seats for the rear seat passengers' feet, essentially robbing them of about a half-foot of legroom. This design flaw is more the rule than the exception in upscale sedans. Still, it's not right. see full Kia Cadenza review

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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range	I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2010	4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range	Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2008	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

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