Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Dodge Charger | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 370 hp@5250 395 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 120.2 in | -13.9 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 199.9 in | -16 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 75.0 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 58.4 in | 8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3935 lb. | 4450 lb. | -515 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 19.1 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.6 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 59.5 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 56.2 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.8 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 36.6 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 57.9 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 56.1 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.1 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 0.0 in | 44.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | 28.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -6.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 15.4 | 21.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 57.1 ft3 |
2011 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 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 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 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 |
2011 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 |
2011 Dodge Charger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | The V6 Charger also feels right because it sits right. Sitting moderately high in the big comfortable seat gazing over an expansive hood, you might start to wonder why traditional American cars don't rule the road the way they once did. Visibility isn't the best, but the 2011 redesign did enlarge the windows, alleviating the bunker-like ambiance of the 2005-2010 sedans. see full Dodge Charger review |
2011 Dodge Charger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic RWD |
I previously owned a crossover vehicle and this car has much more leg room. see full Dodge Charger review |