Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 113.7 in | 5.2 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 193.4 in | 8.6 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 73.7 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 72.8 in | -3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 4531 lb. | -144 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 59.0 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 55.4 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 58.9 in | 6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 55.5 in | 10.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 36.9 in | 4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 37.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.5 in | 53.1 in | 7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.1 in | 45.3 in | 4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 34.9 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | 57.8 ft3 |
2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
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 |
2008 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 |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |