Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,020 mm | 2,789 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,131 mm | 4,785 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,989 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,760 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,990 kg | 1,835 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 73 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,605 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,659 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,674 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 973 mm | 922 mm | 51 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,537 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,273 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 864 mm | 742 mm | 122 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,962 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 912 L | 292 L | 620 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,268 L | 1,198 L | 1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,007 L | 2,701 L | 2 L |
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 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |