Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Hyundai Veracruz | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 257 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 110.4 in | 8.5 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 190.6 in | 11.4 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 76.6 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 68.9 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 4266 lb. | 121 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 20.6 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.3 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 60.6 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 57.5 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.6 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 60.2 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 57.4 in | 8.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 38.4 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 36.1 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.5 in | 56.1 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.1 in | 45.6 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 31.5 in | 2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | 4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 25.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 40.0 ft3 | 40.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 86.8 ft3 | 54.7 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Hyundai Veracruz Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are nice and come standard with heated seats. see full Hyundai Veracruz review |