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2009 Buick LaCrosse and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Buick LaCrosse | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 224 kW@5600 438 Nm@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 206 kW@6300 336 Nm@5000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,807 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,032 mm | 4,671 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,854 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,458 mm | 1,709 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,710 kg | 1,715 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 75 L | -9 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 996 mm | -51 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 955 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 932 mm | -932 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,367 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,128 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 795 mm | -795 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 453 L | 258 L | 195 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.0 | 1,048 L | 15 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 | 2,053 L | 14 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Buick LaCrosse
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Sorento
| 2011 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 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 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 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 |
| 2011 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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