Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,567 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,865 kg | 1,390 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 60 L | 20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,496 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 935 mm | -934 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,483 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,473 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 818 mm | 99 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 889 L | 215 L | 674 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,880 L | 7.6 | -6.6 L |
2006 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |
2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |