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2006 Kia Sedona and 2006 Kia Optima Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Kia Sedona | Kia Optima | |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 181 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,020 mm | 2,700 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,131 mm | 4,719 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,989 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,760 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,990 kg | 1,487 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 65 L | 15 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,605 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,659 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,674 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 919 mm | -918 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) | 2,019 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 912 L | 385 L | 527 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,268 L | 13.6 | -11.6 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,007 L | 13.6 | -9.6 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Sedona
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Optima
| 2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
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