Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 116.0 in | -9.7 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 202.0 in | -23 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 79.0 in | -7.3 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 76.9 in | -9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 5265 lb. | -1932 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -10.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 65.3 in | -65.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 64.4 in | -9.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.2 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 65.2 in | -65.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 60.6 in | -6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.0 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 37.9 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 49.1 in | -8.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 25.6 in | 5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | 4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | -10.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 60.3 ft3 | -28.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -34.9 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |