Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,547 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,562 kg | 2,055 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 85 L | -25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,499 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,057 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,496 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 937 mm | 33 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 892 mm | 950 mm | -58 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,024 mm | 1,151 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 886 mm | -91 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 184 L | 385 L | -201 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 898 L | 1,243 L | 897 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,095 L | 2,370 L | 0 L |
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 |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |