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Kia Sorento (2011) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Kia Sorento and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2011 Kia Sorento and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2011 2007  
Model Kia Sorento Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
276 hp@6300
248 lb-ft@5000
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6700
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 91.7 in 14.6 in
Length 183.9 in 157.3 in 26.6 in
Width 74.2 in 67.7 in 6.5 in
Height 67.3 in 49.0 in 18.3 in
Curb Weight 3781 lb. 2441 lb. 1340 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.8 gal. 12.7 gal. 7.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 37.4 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.3 in 53.2 in 6.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.3 in 50.6 in 5.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 43.1 in -1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 0.0 in 39.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.7 in 0.0 in 58.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.9 in 0.0 in 55.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 0.0 in 37.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 36.7 in 0.0 in 36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.8 in 0.0 in 53.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 44.4 in 0.0 in 44.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 31.3 in 0.0 in 31.3 in
Total Legroom 110.2 in (over 3 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 67.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 9.1 ft3 5.3 ft3 3.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 37.0 ft3 5.3 31.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 72.5 ft3 5.3 ft3 67.2 ft3

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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 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2007 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual RWD
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2006 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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