Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
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 | 106.3 in | 113.7 in | -7.4 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 193.4 in | -14.4 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 73.7 in | -2 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 72.8 in | -5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3443 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1088 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 59.0 in | -59 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 55.4 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.7 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.9 in | -58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.5 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 36.9 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 37.4 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 45.3 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 34.9 in | -3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | -12.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -9.7 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 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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 |