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Honda Pilot (2011) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Honda Pilot and 2012 Kia Sorento specs.

2011 Honda Pilot and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Honda Pilot Kia Sorento  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.2 in 106.3 in 2.9 in
Length 190.9 in 183.9 in 7 in
Width 78.5 in 74.2 in 4.3 in
Height 71.0 in 67.3 in 3.7 in
Curb Weight 4319 lb. 3605 lb. 714 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.0 gal. 19.8 gal. 1.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 39.2 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.5 in 59.3 in 2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 58.6 in 56.3 in 2.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.3 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 39.2 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 62.2 in 58.7 in 3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.9 in 55.9 in 1 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.5 in 37.6 in 0.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.2 in 36.7 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 58.9 in 53.8 in 5.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 48.4 in 44.4 in 4 in
Legroom, Row 3 32.1 in 31.3 in 0.8 in
Total Legroom 112 in (over 3 rows) 110.2 in (over 3 rows) 1.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.0 ft3 9.1 ft3 8.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 47.7 ft3 37.0 ft3 10.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 87.0 ft3 72.5 ft3 14.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Honda Pilot

2011 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
This is a very comfortable vehicle for long road trips. The seats are spacious, supportive, and the driving position is good. see full Honda Pilot review
2011 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review
2011 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review
2010 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review
2011 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
The front seat did not go back far enough for a very tall person, headroom was good, head rest pushes your head forward which is horrible. Passenger seat has a glove box near ankles which hits your shins. I guess they used midgets to design the car. see full Honda Pilot review
2012 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
I actually thought the limited edition of the pilot had a nice leather seats and I liked the position of the video screen. The only part that bothered me was access to the third row was circus like. see full Honda Pilot review
2011 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot 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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