Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 112.2 in | 6.7 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 187.6 in | 14.4 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 72.8 in | 5.5 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 72.4 in | -3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 4373 lb. | 14 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 58.3 in | 4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 55.5 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 58.4 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 57.6 in | 8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 34.2 in | 6.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 36.7 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.5 in | 57.1 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.1 in | 44.0 in | 6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 28.1 in | 5.9 in |
Total Legroom | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 11.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 49.2 ft3 | 30.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | 62.3 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 |
2006 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |