Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,590 mm | 5,126 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 2,007 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,852 kg | 2,259 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 83 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,496 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,483 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,473 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 937 mm | -20 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 945 mm | -945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,458 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,227 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 843 mm | -843 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 898 L | 535 L | 363 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 | 1,911 L | 30.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,880 L | 3,290 L | -2 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Sorento.
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review |
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 0 | The headrests on the two front seats are a NIGHTMARE! I had to recline my driver's seat slightly because the headrest pushes my head and neck so far forward, it was causing me to have pain and spasms in my neck and shoulders! I don't know who signed of on this design, but they were clearly asleep that day! I've heard this issue has been addressed in newer models and (I think) there is a newer option for which you can swap out these awful headrests. I may look into that... see full Buick Enclave review |