Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.4 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 171.9 in | 7.1 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 69.5 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 61.4 in | 6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 3140 lb. | 193 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.5 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 52.3 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.3 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 43.7 in | 10.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 36.2 in | 2 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) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 33 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -13.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 19.8 | 11.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | 12.5 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 |
2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review |
2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review |