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 |
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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 | 5,070 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,935 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,709 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,785 kg | 2,054 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 | 986 mm | 10 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 | 1,345 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 2,852 L | 0 L |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 |
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |