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Kia Sedona (2006) vs. Toyota Highlander (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Kia Sedona and 2012 Toyota Highlander specs.

2006 Kia Sedona and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
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
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 118.9 in 109.8 in 9.1 in
Length 202.0 in 188.4 in 13.6 in
Width 78.3 in 75.2 in 3.1 in
Height 69.3 in 68.1 in 1.2 in
Curb Weight 4387 lb. 4045 lb. 342 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 19.2 gal. 1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.9 in 40.6 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 63.2 in 59.7 in 3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 59.2 in 56.7 in 2.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.7 in 43.2 in -1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 40.1 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 65.3 in 59.5 in 5.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 65.9 in 56.5 in 9.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 40.9 in 38.3 in 2.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.3 in 36.3 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 60.5 in 55.0 in 5.5 in
Hip Room, Row 3 50.1 in 42.3 in 7.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.0 in 29.2 in 4.8 in
Total Legroom 116.6 in (over 3 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) 5.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.2 ft3 10.3 ft3 21.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 80.1 ft3 42.3 ft3 37.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 141.5 ft3 95.4 ft3 46.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Sedona

2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander

2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review
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
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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