Model Year | 2007 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Amanti | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 110.8 in | -0.6 in |
Length | 196.0 in | 189.0 in | 7 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 74.8 in | -2 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 66.7 in | -8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3770 lb. | 3856 lb. | -86 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.3 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 59.0 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.5 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.5 in | 41.4 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 58.0 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 55.0 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 41.7 in | -4.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.5 in | -42.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.6 in | -29.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 112.7 in (over 3 rows) | -31.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.5 | 45.0 ft3 | -29.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 75.5 ft3 | -60 ft3 |
2007 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |
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