Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 109.2 in | -2.9 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 190.9 in | -11.9 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 78.5 in | -6.8 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 71.0 in | -3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 4319 lb. | -986 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.0 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 61.5 in | -61.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 58.6 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 62.2 in | -62.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 56.9 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.5 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 38.2 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.9 in | -58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 48.4 in | -8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 32.1 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -11.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | -16 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | -13 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 |
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
3rd row passengers had enough room to sit comfortably. see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review |