Model Year | 2020 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6000 248 lb-ft@5200 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.5 in | 107.4 in | 13.1 in |
Length | 201.4 in | 188.9 in | 12.5 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 72.1 in | 6 in |
Height | 68.5 in | 58.0 in | 10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4411 lb. | 3458 lb. | 953 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.9 in | 57.4 in | 6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 55.5 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 43.7 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.1 in | 56.9 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.8 in | 55.3 in | 10.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 37.4 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 59.4 in | 0.0 in | 59.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.0 in | 0.0 in | 50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.8 in | 0.0 in | 34.8 in |
Total Legroom | 116.3 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 35.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.9 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 78.4 ft3 | 16.3 | 62.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 142.0 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 125.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Sedona.
2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |