Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Jeep Compass | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@5500 217 lb-ft@3000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 103.7 in | 3 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 173.4 in | 6.4 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 69.3 in | 4 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 64.2 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4123 lb. | 3323 lb. | 800 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.9 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 54.6 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 52.2 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 40.6 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.9 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 54.0 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 51.0 in | 7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 39.3 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.4 ft3 | 21.9 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.4 ft3 | 52.5 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 |
2006 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Jeep Compass.