Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,781 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,740 mm | 4,671 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,709 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,930 kg | 1,635 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 75 L | 4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,463 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 996 mm | 2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,539 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 955 mm | -53 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 | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 977 L | 258 L | 719 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.5 | 1,048 L | 33.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,909 L | 2,053 L | -1 L |
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
small, tight see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 |