Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
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 | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.2 in | -6.9 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 200.2 in | -15.8 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 76.2 in | -2 in |
Height | 66.9 in | 68.0 in | -1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3722 lb. | 4330 lb. | -608 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -2.7 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 | 39.0 in | 0.2 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 | 36.9 ft3 | 48.3 ft3 | -11.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -28.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Sorento.
2011 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |