Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Honda Element | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 110 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4500 |
2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 101.4 in | -3 in |
Length | 158.1 in | 169.9 in | -11.8 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 71.6 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 70.4 in | -12.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2476 lb. | 3499 lb. | -1023 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 43.3 in | -3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 57.1 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 55.0 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.0 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.2 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 47.6 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 39.1 in | -4.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 74.6 ft3 | -25 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Kia Rio.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Honda Element.