Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Hyundai Veracruz | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 257 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 110.4 in | -3.7 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 190.6 in | -9.9 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 76.6 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 68.9 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4083 lb. | 4441 lb. | -358 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 20.6 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.3 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 60.6 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 57.5 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.6 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.9 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 60.2 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 57.4 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 38.4 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.1 in | -36.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.1 in | -56.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.6 in | -45.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.5 in | -31.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | -33.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.7 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 25.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 | 40.0 ft3 | -8.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.4 ft3 | 86.8 ft3 | -20.4 ft3 |
2008 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 |
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