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2012 Kia Sorento and 2009 Acura MDX Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Sorento | Acura MDX | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,671 mm | 4,844 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,885 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,709 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,785 kg | 2,057 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 79 L | -4 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 996 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 980 mm | 16 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 983 mm | -28 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 907 mm | 25 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 739 mm | 56 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 425 L | -167 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 1,215 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 2,364 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| 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 |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Acura MDX
| 2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review |
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