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Kia Sorento (2013) vs. Mazda CX-9 (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Kia Sorento and 2009 Mazda CX-9 specs.

2013 Kia Sorento and 2009 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Model Year 2013 2009  
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 106.3 in 113.2 in -6.9 in
Length 183.9 in 199.6 in -15.7 in
Width 74.2 in 76.2 in -2 in
Height 67.3 in 68.1 in -0.8 in
Curb Weight 3935 lb. 4528 lb. -593 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.8 gal. 20.1 gal. -0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 39.6 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.3 in 59.4 in -0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.3 in 56.5 in -0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 40.9 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 38.8 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.7 in 58.7 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.9 in 56.0 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 39.8 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 36.7 in 35.4 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.8 in 56.9 in -3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 44.4 in 43.7 in 0.7 in
Legroom, Row 3 31.3 in 32.4 in -1.1 in
Total Legroom 110.2 in (over 3 rows) 113.1 in (over 3 rows) -2.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 9.1 ft3 17.2 ft3 -8.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 37.0 ft3 47.5 ft3 -10.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 72.5 ft3 100.7 ft3 -28.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Sorento

2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2013 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda CX-9

2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2008 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review
 
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