Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | BMW X3 | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 106.7 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 183.0 in | 180.7 in | 2.3 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 73.3 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 68.1 in | -2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4222 lb. | 4305 lb. | -83 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 58.9 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 42.6 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.5 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 58.4 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.1 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.6 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 BMW X3.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Sorento.