Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Nissan LEAF | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
Electric 107 hp 207 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 106.3 in | 7.5 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 175.0 in | 14.4 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 69.7 in | 8.4 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 61.0 in | 8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4365 lb. | 3366 lb. | 999 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 54.4 in | 8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 51.5 in | 7.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.1 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.3 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 52.5 in | 12.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.8 in | 50.0 in | 15.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 31.1 in | 5.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.4 in | 0.0 in | 36.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.9 in | 0.0 in | 33.9 in |
Total Legroom | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 39.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 61.8 ft3 | 14.5 | 47.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 121.3 ft3 | 0.0 | 121.3 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 |
2012 Nissan LEAF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Nissan LEAF review |