Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Chevrolet Uplander | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.1 in | -14.8 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 204.4 in | -20.5 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 72.0 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 72.1 in | -4.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3605 lb. | 4470 lb. | -865 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 59.9 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.8 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.9 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 61.2 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 61.6 in | -5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.9 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 38.2 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 48.6 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 48.3 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 36.2 in | -4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -4.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -17.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 | -37.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -64 ft3 |
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 |
2007 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |