Hyundai Sonata (2016) vs. Kia Sorento (2011) Specs

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2016 Hyundai Sonata and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year	2016	2011
Model	Hyundai Sonata	Kia Sorento
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.4 in	106.3 in	4.1 in
Length	191.1 in	183.9 in	7.2 in
Width	73.4 in	74.2 in	-0.8 in
Height	58.1 in	67.3 in	-9.2 in
Curb Weight	3492 lb.	3781 lb.	-289 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	19.8 gal.	-1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.4 in	39.2 in	1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.9 in	59.3 in	-1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.3 in	56.3 in	-1 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.5 in	41.3 in	4.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.0 in	39.2 in	-1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	58.7 in	-2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.1 in	55.9 in	0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.6 in	37.6 in	-2 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	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	110.2 in (over 3 rows)	-29.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	16.3 ft³	9.1 ft³	7.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	16.3	37.0 ft³	-20.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum	16.3 ft³	72.5 ft³	-56.2 ft³

2016 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2015	According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review

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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

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