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Kia Sorento (2013) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Kia Sorento and 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2013 Kia Sorento and 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2013 2013  
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
167 hp@7000
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. 2447 lb. 1334 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 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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
2012 The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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