Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,671 mm | 5,126 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 2,007 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,709 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,785 kg | 2,261 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 83 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,026 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 991 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 937 mm | 18 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 945 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 843 mm | -48 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 535 L | -277 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 1,911 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 3,290 L | -1 L |
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 |
2009 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
roomy seating for eight, ease of access to third row seat is better than others I have looked at. see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Better than most see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy & Comfortable see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long seat base and 8 way power heated seats. see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Available third row with 60/40 split. More leg room than Toyota Highlander. see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Access to the third seat is best in class, as is the rear seat comfort. (and I tried all the large crossovers) see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
True 7 passenger seating unlike most of the competing vehicles see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It has the room of my old Chrysler long-wheelbase minivan see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat room is ample see full Buick Enclave review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomy, we have had 6 adults (total) in the car many times, even the third row passengers are comfortable, with the exception of possibly leg room if you are tall. But in no way do you feel squished. see full Buick Enclave review |