Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 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 | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.8 in | -7.5 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 189.4 in | -10.4 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 78.1 in | -6.4 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 69.3 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 4365 lb. | -1032 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.9 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 63.2 in | -63.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 59.2 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 65.3 in | -65.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 65.8 in | -11.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.0 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 36.4 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 49.3 in | -9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 33.9 in | -2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | -30.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 121.3 ft3 | -47.3 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 |
2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
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 |
2008 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 |