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Kia Sorento (2011) vs. Mazda CX-9 (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Kia Sorento and 2010 Mazda CX-9 specs.

2011 Kia Sorento and 2010 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2010  
Model Kia Sorento Mazda CX-9  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
276 hp@6300
248 lb-ft@5000		 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
273 hp@6250
270 lb-ft@4250		  
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,875 mm 0 mm
Length 4,671 mm 5,085 mm -1 mm
Width 1,885 mm 1,935 mm 0 mm
Height 1,709 mm 1,727 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,785 kg 2,062 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 75 L 76 L -1 L
Headroom, Row 1 996 mm 1,006 mm 995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,506 mm 1,509 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,430 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,039 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 991 mm 5 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,491 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 1,011 mm 954 mm
Headroom, Row 3 932 mm 899 mm 33 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,367 mm 1,445 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,128 mm 1,110 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 795 mm 823 mm -28 mm
Total Legroom 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 258 L 487 L -229 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,048 L 1,368 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,053 L 2,852 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Sorento

2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mazda CX-9

2010 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review
2009 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2009 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review
 
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