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Hyundai Tucson (2006) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2012 Kia Sorento specs.

2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
Model Hyundai Tucson Kia Sorento  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,629 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,326 mm 4,671 mm 0 mm
Width 1,796 mm 1,885 mm 0 mm
Height 1,679 mm 1,709 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,470 kg 1,635 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 58 L 75 L -17 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,024 mm 996 mm -995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,438 mm 1,506 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,331 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,069 mm 1,049 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 986 mm 996 mm -10 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,430 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,300 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 945 mm 955 mm -10 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 932 mm -932 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,367 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,128 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 795 mm -795 mm
Total Legroom 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 643 L 258 L 385 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 22.7 1,048 L 21.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,855 L 2,053 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Hyundai Tucson

2006 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 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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