Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 284 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 | 3,020 mm | 2,700 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,131 mm | 4,539 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,989 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,760 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,990 kg | 1,889 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 80 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,605 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,659 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,674 mm | 1,171 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 874 mm | -873 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 973 mm | 0 mm | 973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,537 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,273 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 864 mm | 0 mm | 864 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,962 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 912 L | 997 L | -85 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,268 L | 35.2 | -33.2 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,007 L | 1,860 L | 3 L |
2009 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 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |