Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Cadenza | Jeep Wrangler | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 293 hp@6400 255 lb-ft@5200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 285 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.0 in | 116.0 in | -4 in |
Length | 195.5 in | 184.4 in | 11.1 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.9 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 72.3 in | -14.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 4100 lb. | -432 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.6 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.3 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.8 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.6 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.0 in | 4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.3 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.8 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.7 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.2 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 82.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 46.4 ft3 | -30.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 82.0 ft3 | -66.1 ft3 |
2016 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Cadenza.
2012 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
If you have a long-legged person in the front, the rear seat legroom can be a bit small. A major issue however is that there are no vents in the backseat for climate control. This is especially noticeable in the winter. In order to keep my daughter warm driving in the mountains in the winter, we have to keep the front unbearably hot in order to circulate enough heat to keep her barely warm enough. We typically have to keep a blanket in the back seat for anyone to use in the winter when temperatures fall into the 30s. Switching to summer, the back seat can stay somewhat cool if the vents are pointed towards the back. Depending on where one sits, the front seats can block some of the airflow and it can be uncomfortably warm at times especially if sitting on the side of the Jeep that the sun is hitting. In the hottest part of the summer, we usually have to run the A/C at 3/4 full blast and on recirculate to keep the back seat comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2012 | 2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Even tho there are rear seats, I would never ride in back, too small back there. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It has the ability to go back and forth but not tilt the base seat. Firm but not being able to adjust the angle (like electric 10 way) makes a difference for tall and full frame people. I will be looking to adjust angle asap. see full Jeep Wrangler review |