Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 110 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4500 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 197 hp@5200 230 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 121.2 in | -22.8 in |
Length | 158.5 in | 202.5 in | -44 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 76.9 in | -10.2 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 68.9 in | -11 in |
Curb Weight | 2476 lb. | 4335 lb. | -1859 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -8.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 63.0 in | -9.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 40.6 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 64.7 in | -11.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 0.0 in | 50 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 36.3 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -31.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -16.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 83.0 ft3 | -67.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -91.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Rio.
2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |