Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Corolla | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4400 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 182.6 in | 179.0 in | 3.6 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 71.7 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 67.7 in | -10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2820 lb. | 3333 lb. | -513 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 41.6 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 54.6 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 41.3 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 41.6 in | -4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.9 in | 53.9 in | -10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.4 in | 38.2 in | 3.2 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 | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -29.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.0 | 31.7 ft3 | -18.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -61 ft3 |
2018 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Roomy for a small car, flat floor. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2009 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 |