Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 320 hp@5400 335 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,020 mm | 3,302 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,131 mm | 5,621 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,989 mm | 2,009 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,760 mm | 1,946 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,990 kg | 2,649 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 117 L | -37 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,605 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,636 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,659 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,674 mm | 1,582 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 973 mm | 0 mm | 973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,537 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,273 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 864 mm | 0 mm | 864 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,962 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 912 L | 1,288 L | 911 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,268 L | 45.5 | -43.5 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,007 L | 2,863 L | 2 L |
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.