Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 106.7 in | -7.3 in |
Length | 159.0 in | 180.7 in | -21.7 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 73.3 in | -5 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 68.1 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2690 lb. | 4083 lb. | -1393 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -8.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.7 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 58.9 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 55.3 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.6 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.5 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 58.4 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 58.0 in | -6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.1 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -12.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -18.7 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
2008 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 |