Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Infiniti FX | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6800 262 lb-ft@4800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.5 in | 106.3 in | 7.2 in |
Length | 191.3 in | 183.9 in | 7.4 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 74.2 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 65.0 in | 67.3 in | -2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4299 lb. | 3935 lb. | 364 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 59.3 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 56.3 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.7 in | 41.3 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.2 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 58.7 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 55.9 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.6 in | -3 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 | 24.8 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.8 | 37.0 ft3 | -12.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.0 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -10.5 ft3 |
2009 Infiniti FX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Longest drive was 6 hours and had no discomfort whatsoever. Have ridden for 4 hours in a Toyota Rav4 and was almost in pain after an hour. see full Infiniti FX review |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2013 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 |