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2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
| Model | Hyundai Tucson | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | |||
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 106.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Length | 170.3 in | 183.9 in | -13.6 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 74.2 in | -3.5 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 67.3 in | -1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3240 lb. | 3605 lb. | -365 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.2 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 59.3 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 56.3 in | -3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.2 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.7 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 55.9 in | -4.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.6 in | -0.4 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 | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -30.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.7 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.7 | 37.0 ft3 | -14.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.5 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Hyundai Tucson
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of leg room. see full Hyundai Tucson review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long drives, with plenty of room for me, at 6 ft 4 in tall. see full Hyundai Tucson review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 111hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual AWD |
Nice and roomy, legs not cramped and seats are reasonably supportive. Not so good for lumbar support see full Hyundai Tucson review |
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear leg room is non existant. My wife and I have an empty nest for the most part it is only the two of us. see full Hyundai Tucson review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Sorento
| 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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