Model Year | 2007 | 2018 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 106.3 in | 7.5 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 171.3 in | 18.1 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 70.1 in | 8 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 57.1 in | 12.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4365 lb. | 3031 lb. | 1334 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.4 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 56.1 in | 7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 53.8 in | 5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.2 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 54.9 in | 10.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.8 in | 53.1 in | 12.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 35.9 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.4 in | 0.0 in | 36.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.9 in | 0.0 in | 33.9 in |
Total Legroom | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 34.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 | -10.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 61.8 ft3 | 23.2 | 38.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 121.3 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 | 64.9 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2007 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 |
2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review |
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