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 | 2,700 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,547 mm | 4,689 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,512 kg | 1,655 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 72 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,471 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,057 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,448 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 925 mm | 45 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 892 mm | 820 mm | 72 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,351 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,024 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 767 mm | 28 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 184 L | 297 L | -113 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 898 L | 1,124 L | 897 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,095 L | 2,282 L | 0 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 |
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 |