Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Dodge Journey | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 235 hp@6400 232 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.8 in | -7.5 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 192.4 in | -13.4 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 72.2 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 66.6 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 4001 lb. | -668 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.5 in | -57.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 53.8 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.8 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.4 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 33.6 in | 4.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 37.7 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.1 in | -51.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 40.0 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 23.4 in | 7.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 97.8 in (over 3 rows) | 13 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 10.7 ft3 | -4.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 37.1 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 67.6 ft3 | 6.4 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 |
2010 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear doors open nearly 90 degrees and foot room, for streching out, is excellent. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to other wagon- type vehicles, the Journey has a very "Large" feeling in front see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
with our growing family the third row is great. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 138hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
7 seats see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seating option. see full Dodge Journey review |
2010 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
On long hauls over 3 hours you are sore when you get out. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
no foot room for 3rd row passengers. kind of wasted space see full Dodge Journey review |