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Chevrolet Corvette (2009) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette and 2012 Kia Sorento specs.

2009 Chevrolet Corvette and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Chevrolet Corvette Kia Sorento  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.7 in 106.3 in -0.6 in
Length 174.6 in 183.9 in -9.3 in
Width 72.6 in 74.2 in -1.6 in
Height 49.0 in 67.3 in -18.3 in
Curb Weight 3179 lb. 3605 lb. -426 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 19.8 gal. -1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.9 in 39.2 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.2 in 59.3 in -4.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.6 in 56.3 in -2.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 41.3 in 1.8 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 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 110.2 in (over 3 rows) -67.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 22.0 ft3 9.1 ft3 12.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 22.0 37.0 ft3 -15
Cargo Volume, Maximum 22.0 ft3 72.5 ft3 -50.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette

2009 Chevrolet Corvette Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch 436-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Comfortable, reasonably supportive seats for any reasonable street driving. see full Chevrolet Corvette review
2009 Chevrolet Corvette Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch 436-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed manual RWD
Front seats are designed for fat people. They need to redesign them to be more snug feel. see full Chevrolet Corvette 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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