Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 191.6 in | -12.6 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 78.5 in | -6.8 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 68.2 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3443 lb. | 4550 lb. | -1107 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.2 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 59.0 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.6 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 61.5 in | -61.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 59.1 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 37.5 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 42.0 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 29.1 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -8.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | -11.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -9.5 ft3 |
2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |