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2006 BMW Z4 and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | BMW Z4 | Kia Sorento | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 106.3 in | -8.1 in |
| Length | 161.9 in | 183.9 in | -22 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.2 in | -4.1 in |
| Height | 49.9 in | 67.3 in | -17.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3108 lb. | 3605 lb. | -497 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 39.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 59.3 in | -6.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.3 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.2 in | -39.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.7 in | -58.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -68.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.9 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 11.9 | 37.0 ft3 | -25.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.9 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -60.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 BMW Z4
| 2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
enough leg room for a six-footer (unlike the Miata we almost bought) see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |
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