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2006 Kia Sedona and 2009 Kia Optima Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Sedona | Kia Optima | |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,020 mm | 2,720 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,131 mm | 4,801 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,989 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,760 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,990 kg | 1,450 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 62 L | 18 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,605 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 965 mm | -964 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,659 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,674 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 960 mm | -959 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) | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 912 L | 425 L | 487 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,268 L | 15.0 | -13 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,007 L | 15.0 | -11 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 2009 Kia Optima
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.
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