| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
| Model | Dodge Nitro | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 260 hp@5200 265 lb-ft@4000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 106.7 in | 2.1 in |
| Length | 178.9 in | 180.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Width | 73.1 in | 73.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 69.9 in | 68.1 in | 1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3971 lb. | 4083 lb. | -112 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.7 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 58.9 in | -1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 55.3 in | 1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.8 in | 39.5 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 58.4 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.4 in | 58.0 in | -10.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 36.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.2 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Dodge Nitro.
| 2008 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 |