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2009 Kia Sportage and 2008 Kia Rondo Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Sportage | Kia Rondo | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 106.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 179.0 in | -7.7 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 66.7 in | 67.7 in | -1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3351 lb. | 3333 lb. | 18 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.6 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 54.6 in | 0 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 41.6 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 53.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.2 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -31.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.6 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 17.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.6 | 31.7 ft3 | -8.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.6 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Sportage
| 2009 Kia Sportage Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat is to narrow and the it does not move anough front front to back see full Kia Sportage review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Rondo
| 2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |
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