Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
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Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 112.4 in | 6.5 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 192.3 in | 9.7 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 71.7 in | 6.6 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 59.3 in | 10 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 4045 lb. | 342 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.6 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 56.4 in | 6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 52.4 in | 6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.9 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.7 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 56.1 in | 9.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 53.8 in | 12.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 35.6 in | 5.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 0.0 in | 38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.5 in | 0.0 in | 60.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.1 in | 0.0 in | 50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 0.0 in | 34 in |
Total Legroom | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 39.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 24.4 | 55.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | 72.6 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 |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |