Model Year | 2020 | 2011 | |
Model | Chrysler Pacifica | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 287 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 9-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.6 in | 106.3 in | 15.3 in |
Length | 203.6 in | 183.9 in | 19.7 in |
Width | 79.6 in | 74.2 in | 5.4 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 67.3 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4505 lb. | 3935 lb. | 570 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.2 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.8 in | 59.3 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 56.3 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.3 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.2 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.0 in | 58.7 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 55.9 in | 8.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.6 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.7 in | 36.7 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.2 in | 53.8 in | 7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.6 in | 44.4 in | 5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.5 in | 31.3 in | 5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 6.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.5 ft3 | 37.0 ft3 | 50.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 140.5 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | 68 ft3 |
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 287-horsepower 3.6L V6 9-speed automatic FWD |
The front seats in the other mini-vans ftom Kia, Honda, and Toyota felt constricting and my spouse loves the ample hip room the Pacifica front seats provide. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 287-horsepower 3.6L V6 9-speed automatic FWD |
The 2nd row seats are firm and provide enough legroom for persons <6ft but="" do="" not="" slide="" fwd="" backwd="" 3rd="" row="" seating="" is="" comfortable="" for="" short="" durations="" persons="">6ft but the 2nd row seat backs can be folded flat for more room if not occupied or stored in the floor to provide generous legroom if passengers ride in the 3rd row. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
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 |