Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 121.2 in | -20 in |
Length | 159.3 in | 202.5 in | -43.2 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 76.9 in | -9.2 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 68.9 in | -11.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2483 lb. | 4621 lb. | -2138 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -9.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 63.0 in | -9.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 0.0 in | 52.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 40.6 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.2 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 64.7 in | -12.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 0.0 in | 51.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 36.3 in | -5.2 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 | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -33.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -17.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 83.0 ft3 | -68 |
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 2012 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 |