Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,078 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,671 mm | 5,144 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,953 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,709 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,635 kg | 1,960 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 78 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,011 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,600 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 996 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,643 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,646 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 922 mm | 33 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 963 mm | -31 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 1,237 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 955 mm | -160 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,908 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 926 L | -668 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 2,350 L | -1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 4,089 L | -2 L |
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 |
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great driving position and comfortable seat make for hours of driving enjoyment. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
SE vs. SXT. The rear seats and bench are comfortable for 5 people. The SXT is exactly the same, but leather is cooold in winter. Both have more room than other brands. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The middle row seats are great for the kids, and i can drive the family around without gettign kicked in the seat back see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Our four kids had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My wife and I had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The seats and cargo area are roomy, even for full size adults. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the van vety comfortable on a long trip. Equipped with a power driver's seat. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stow-n-go seating is very uncomfortable. Rotating seats have no room to sit face to face with rear seat passengers. Base model forces one to get a center bench. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |