Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Solara | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5600 220 lb-ft@3600 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.3 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 179.0 in | 13.5 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 71.7 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 67.7 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3615 lb. | 3333 lb. | 282 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 41.6 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.6 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.3 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 41.6 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.2 in | 0.0 in | 47.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 53.9 in | -9.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 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 | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -33.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.7 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 11.7 | 31.7 ft3 | -20 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.7 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -62.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Toyota Solara.
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 |