Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.9 in | -0.6 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 184.6 in | -5.6 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 71.9 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 67.9 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 3649 lb. | -316 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.0 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.9 in | -57.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 55.1 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.0 in | -57 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.9 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 36.4 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 32.3 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 39.8 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 30.2 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 39.7 ft3 | -8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -6.6 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 |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |