Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Honda Civic | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 176.7 in | 2.3 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 69.0 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 56.5 in | 11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3443 lb. | 2912 lb. | 531 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 51.9 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 37.4 in | 4.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 51.0 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 34.6 in | 3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 0.0 in | 35.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 0.0 in | 40.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 34 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 12.0 | 19.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 62 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 |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |