Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 182 hp@6000 182 lb-ft@4000 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 300 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 119.0 in | -12.7 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 205.8 in | -26.8 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 78.7 in | -7 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 76.7 in | -9 in |
Curb Weight | 3443 lb. | 5352 lb. | -1909 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -12.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.7 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 63.4 in | -63.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 63.0 in | -8.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 64.3 in | -64.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 62.4 in | -8.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 38.2 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.1 in | -60.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 54.5 in | -14.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 36.3 in | -5 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 116.2 in (over 3 rows) | -5.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 | -14.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 60.9 ft3 | -29.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 110.5 ft3 | -36.5 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 |
2006 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of leg room! see full Ford Expedition review |
2006 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |