Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Toyota Sienna | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 119.3 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 200.0 in | 2 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 77.4 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 68.9 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 4177 lb. | 210 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.0 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 63.8 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 58.4 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.9 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 40.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 64.9 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 67.5 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 39.6 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 38.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.5 in | 61.1 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.1 in | 51.8 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 39.5 in | -5.5 in |
Total Legroom | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 122 in (over 3 rows) | -5.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | -11.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 94.5 ft3 | -14.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 148.9 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |