Model Year | 2006 | 2024 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 182 hp@5800 176 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 105.1 in | 13.8 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 182.7 in | 19.3 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 71.5 in | 6.8 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 67.5 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 3454 lb. | 933 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 58.1 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 0.0 in | 59.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.3 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 57.2 in | 8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 0.0 in | 65.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 39.4 in | 1.5 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) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | 33.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 28.9 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 28.9 | 51.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 74.2 ft3 | 67.3 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Subaru Forester.