Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,020 mm | 2,715 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,131 mm | 4,689 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,989 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,760 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,990 kg | 1,655 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 72 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,605 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,659 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,674 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 925 mm | -924 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 973 mm | 820 mm | 153 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,537 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,273 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 864 mm | 767 mm | 97 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,962 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 912 L | 297 L | 615 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,268 L | 1,124 L | 1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,007 L | 2,282 L | 2 L |
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 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |