Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 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 |
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 |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 |