Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6000 145 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 103.7 in | 15.2 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 182.1 in | 19.9 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 69.4 in | 8.9 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 58.3 in | 11 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 2888 lb. | 1499 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.5 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.6 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 54.7 in | 8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 53.3 in | 5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.3 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.9 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 54.3 in | 11 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 54.1 in | 11.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 36.1 in | 4.8 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) | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 38.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 19.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 12.3 | 67.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 129.2 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 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer.