Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Chrysler Pacifica | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 116.3 in | -10 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 198.9 in | -15 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 79.3 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 66.3 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 3605 lb. | 4482 lb. | -877 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 60.8 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.2 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.4 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 60.5 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 56.3 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.9 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 35.4 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 58.0 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 41.9 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 29.9 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | -3.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | -6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 | -7 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 |
2006 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
my kids prefer driving in the car because of the bucket seats and comfort see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats in this car (the two-row version) really are designed for adults; legroom is incomparable. Be aware that in the three-row version, the second row seats are moved forward to accomodate the third row, so there is less second row legroom. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
supports lower back problem see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Second row has tons of room. 3rd row not so much, but was comfortable enough for a 2500 mile round from with 6 of us. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More room than your standard bench seat design see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like how the rear seats slide fwd and backward. I like the center console extending back between the rear seats.` see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large for my family see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Again, so comfortable. Plus my 6'5" son can push the seat all the way back and drive in complete comfort. Great car for tall people. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My son is 6'5" is never cramped in the back. Lots of room for tall people, even above the head. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
lots of leg room and built in lumbar adjustment and arm rests see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seat... great option, but difficult to get to and not really big enough for adults. Seats two kids without a problem though. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |