Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Mazda MPV | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6200 200 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 111.8 in | 2 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 189.5 in | -0.1 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 72.1 in | 6 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 69.1 in | 0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4365 lb. | 3754 lb. | 611 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.0 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 59.8 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 54.6 in | 4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.8 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.3 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 60.8 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.8 in | 62.6 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.0 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.4 in | 38.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.2 in | 58.1 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 46.9 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.9 in | 35.6 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 61.8 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | 8.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 121.3 ft3 | 127.0 ft3 | -5.7 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mazda MPV.