Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,670 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,547 mm | 4,793 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,512 kg | 1,510 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 64 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,382 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,057 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,364 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 861 mm | 109 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) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 184 L | 949 L | -765 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 898 L | 33.5 | 864.5 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,095 L | 1,875 L | 1 L |
2007 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 |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |
2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
This is a big one for me since I'm 6'6". The seat is very comfortable, even with my long legs. With it all the way back, I can fit in the rear seat as well. Also, heated seats are a wonderful thing. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
It seems to have as much room as my Chevy Suburban. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
More then enough room for my children and their car seats. Much more room compared to my VW Passat Wagon I traded in. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The driver's seat with its 10 way adjustments was rival to Volvo's orthopedic chair. The passenger seat, however was akin to something out of a Yaris & this was the main reason we did not buy this car. see full Subaru Outback review |
2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There are no adjustements for height, lumbar or tilt for the passenger in any of the available trim levels. We would have bought this car new from the dealer otherwise. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
One complaint is the hard, short driver's seat. I use a gel cushion. I had after market leather installed. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |