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2008 Kia Rondo and 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Kia Rondo | Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
3.4L V6 OHV-2v 185 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@3800 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.5 in | -6.2 in |
| Length | 179.0 in | 188.8 in | -9.8 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 71.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 69.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 3668 lb. | -335 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.7 in | -55.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 51.1 in | 3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 40.1 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 51.4 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 40.2 in | -2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 0.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 0.0 in | 40.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 29.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -29.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 35.7 | -4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Rondo
| 2008 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat slides forward and back to acoomodate either people or more cargo see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room with sliding rear seat. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The best thing is the flexibility of the cabin configuration. I have tall in-laws and my wife and I are both tall, so the adjustments you can make to the cabin configuration depending on the use are important. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
See above. When we are alone, we put the back seats all the way forward and the front seats all the way back, maximizing hauling space. When accompanied, we change it to maximize rear passenger spce. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The entire cabin is very roomy. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The entire interior is very roomy. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Seat is okay on the interstate, but on a twisty road - forget it! Good thing it has a drivers door and a console, otherwise you would fall out or wind up in the passenger seat. Speaking of the console, what a joke!!! Idiot that designed that should be see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
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