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2008 Kia Sedona and 2007 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Kia Sedona | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 102.4 in | 11.4 in |
| Length | 189.4 in | 171.3 in | 18.1 in |
| Width | 78.1 in | 69.9 in | 8.2 in |
| Height | 69.3 in | 61.6 in | 7.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4365 lb. | 2679 lb. | 1686 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 53.2 in | 10 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 51.7 in | 7.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 52.6 in | 12.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.8 in | 47.8 in | 18 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.3 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.4 in | 0.0 in | 36.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.9 in | 0.0 in | 33.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 34.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | -8.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 61.8 ft3 | 21.8 | 40 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 121.3 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | 68.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Sedona
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Matrix
| 2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |
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