Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Cadenza | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 293 hp@6400 255 lb-ft@5200 |
6.4L V8 OHV-2v 470 hp@6000 465 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.0 in | 114.8 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 195.5 in | 189.8 in | 5.7 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 76.5 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 69.3 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 5150 lb. | -1482 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.9 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.7 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.0 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 40.3 in | 5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.0 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.2 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.6 in | -1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 82.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 36.3 ft3 | -20.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -52.4 ft3 |
2015 Kia Cadenza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Impala has an inch or two more rear legroom than the Cadenza, but this difference is much like that between a pool that is 12 feet deep and one that is 15. All of these sedans have more rear legroom than all but the tallest passengers will need. The Cadenza more than makes up for this trivial difference in quantity with a rear seat cushion that is more comfortably shaped and positioned than that in the Impala, and cushier than the overly firm park bench in the Avalon. The Azera's rear seat is similar, though. If you are carrying tall passengers in back, headroom will be a factor long before legroom will. None of these cars have an abundance of it. When both the Cadenza and the Impala are fitted with panoramic sunroofs the Impala has about a half-inch more. Not a large amount, but for some people it will be the difference between contacting the headliner and not contacting it. see full Kia Cadenza review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Cadenza.
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | You can buy a BMW X5 or Porsche Cayenne with tame front seats, but not the Grand Cherokee SRT8. In the Jeep, SRT's signature buckets are standard. Large, firm bolsters provide excellent lateral support even to those of us with slender builds. Yet they're also comfortable, with enough padding to avoid park bench references. The four-way adjustable lumbar didn't do much for my back, but your experience may vary. Moving to the back seat, the Grand Cherokee's growth adds a couple of badly needed inches to legroom. With this improvement the Grand Cherokee only matches other similarly sized SUVs, so it's not a reason to buy. But rear seat legroom is no longer a reason not to buy, so it bears mentioning. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The cabin is a very serene place to be, aided by the comfortable front seats. With the leather seat option, both front seats and two rear seats came with seat heaters. Also, both front seats are power adjustable, including height and lumbar. The lumbar support is great for long trips, allowing you to change wear the seat contacts your back for less overall fatigue. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |