Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Hyundai Genesis | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,936 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,590 mm | 4,976 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,864 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,852 kg | 1,700 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 73 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,496 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,125 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 958 mm | -957 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,483 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,473 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 980 mm | -63 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 898 L | 450 L | 448 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,880 L | 15.9 | -14.9 L |
2007 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room without sacrificing rear seat room. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No discomfort noted on several trips of 250+ miles. Adjustable lumbar support is very nice (not just in/out, but also up/down). see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of leg room and width. Air conditioning and heat controls that can be controlled separately from the front passengers choices. Rear window shade. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
First, I am a tall person and the seatbelt height adjustment does not go high enough, so if an accident should occur I believe that the shoulder belt will slip off. Also, the seats could be built more comfortable, more sporty. see full Hyundai Genesis review |