Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,547 mm | 5,131 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,989 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,512 kg | 1,990 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 80 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,605 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,057 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,659 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,674 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 1,039 mm | 969 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 892 mm | 973 mm | -81 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,537 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,024 mm | 1,273 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 864 mm | -69 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,962 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 184 L | 912 L | -728 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 898 L | 2,268 L | 896 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,095 L | 4,007 L | -2 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 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |