Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Amanti | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.7 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 196.0 in | 180.7 in | 15.3 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.3 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 68.1 in | -9.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3770 lb. | 4083 lb. | -313 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.3 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.5 in | 42.6 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.5 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 58.4 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 58.0 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.1 in | 0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -16.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -50.9 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2007 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |