Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Chevrolet Uplander | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 106.7 in | 14.4 in |
Length | 204.4 in | 180.7 in | 23.7 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 73.3 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 72.1 in | 68.1 in | 4 in |
Curb Weight | 4470 lb. | 4083 lb. | 387 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 58.9 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 55.3 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 42.6 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.5 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.2 in | 58.4 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.6 in | 58.0 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.1 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 115 in (over 3 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 36.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.9 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 74.1 ft3 | 31.7 | 42.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 136.5 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | 70.1 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
2007 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 |