Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,689 mm | 4,547 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,826 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,655 kg | 1,512 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 60 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 970 mm | -45 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 820 mm | 892 mm | -72 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,351 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,011 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 767 mm | 795 mm | -28 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 297 L | 184 L | 113 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,124 L | 898 L | -897 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,282 L | 2,095 L | 0 L |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander 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 |