Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,547 mm | 4,475 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,512 kg | 1,347 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 53 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,057 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,389 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 925 mm | 45 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 892 mm | 0 mm | 892 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,024 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 0 mm | 795 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 184 L | 688 L | -504 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 898 L | 24.3 | 873.7 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,095 L | 1,849 L | 1 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 |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |