Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.7 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 180.7 in | -1.7 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 73.3 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 68.1 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3443 lb. | 4083 lb. | -640 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.7 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.9 in | -58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 55.3 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.6 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.5 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.4 in | -58.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 58.0 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 36.1 in | 2.1 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) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 32.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -25.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 31.7 | 0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 7.6 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 Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |