Model Year | 2006 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 108.3 in | 10.6 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 180.5 in | 21.5 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 68.9 in | 9.4 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 63.6 in | 5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 3457 lb. | 930 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.7 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 55.5 in | 7.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 53.1 in | 6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.7 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 55.5 in | 9.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 57.8 in | 8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 39.4 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 37.1 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.5 in | 49.3 in | 11.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.1 in | 40.9 in | 9.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 30.5 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | 6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 20.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 44.4 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 70.6 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 |
2014 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |