Hyundai Elantra (2019) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

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2019 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year	2019	2012
Model	Hyundai Elantra	Kia Sorento
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	106.3 in	0 in
Length	181.9 in	183.9 in	-2 in
Width	70.9 in	74.2 in	-3.3 in
Height	56.5 in	67.3 in	-10.8 in
Curb Weight	3064 lb.	3781 lb.	-717 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	19.8 gal.	-5.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	39.2 in	1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.2 in	59.3 in	-3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.4 in	56.3 in	-2.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	41.3 in	0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.3 in	39.2 in	-1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	58.7 in	-3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.9 in	55.9 in	-4 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.7 in	37.6 in	-1.9 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	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	110.2 in (over 3 rows)	-32.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.4 ft³	9.1 ft³	5.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	14.4	37.0 ft³	-22.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum	14.4 ft³	72.5 ft³	-58.1 ft³

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2012 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 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
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

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