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2017 Kia Sorento and 2006 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2017 | 2006 | |
| Model | Kia Sorento | Mazda RX-8 | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5300 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 238 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in | 106.4 in | 3 in |
| Length | 187.4 in | 174.3 in | 13.1 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 69.7 in | 4.7 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 52.8 in | 13.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3968 lb. | 3045 lb. | 923 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 38.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 54.8 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 53.3 in | 3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 54.9 in | 3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 48.1 in | 8.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 32.2 in | 7.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.4 in | 0.0 in | 41.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.7 in | 0.0 in | 31.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 112.3 in (over 3 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 37.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.0 ft3 | 7.6 | 30.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Kia Sorento
| 2017 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Hyundai offers the Santa Fe in two lengths, a two-row 184.6-inch "Sport" and a three-row 193.1-inch regular version. Though the 2011-2015 Sorento had an optional third-row seat, it was about the same length as the Santa Fe Sport. Perhaps to better fit that third-row seat and differentiate itself from the two Hyundai variants, the 2016 Sorento is three inches longer than the 2015, for a total of 187.4. Kia has done a good job packaging the new SUV. Though the Toyota Highlander and (2009-2015) Honda Pilot are considerably longer, their rear seats have no more rear legroom than the new Sorento's. At 5-9, I can just barely fit in any of them. Passengers will have more room to stretch their legs in the Santa Fe, though third-row headroom is similarly limited to people of at most my height. If you need an adult-friendly third-row, you really need a minivan. Kia offers an especially stylish one. Like the Santa Fe, the Sorento falls between others' compact and midsize SUVs in width. There might not be more rear legroom in a Highlander or Pilot, but there's enough additional shoulder room to include a third seating position in the third row. If you need an eight-passenger vehicle, both the Sorento and the Santa Fe are out of contention. At least all trim levels of the Sorento can seat seven people. The Santa Fe Limited can only fit six. In both the Kia and the Hyundai the second-row seat is mounted comfortably high off the floor, not a given among midsize crossovers. The third-row seat is mounted low to the floor, forcing a knees-high seating position, but this is pretty much a given in the class. see full Kia Sorento review | ||
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda RX-8
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Adults my height (5-9) can actually fit in the back seat of the RX-8. And getting in and out is aided by a second set of rear-hinged doors. Other sports cars have no rear seat or a very small one. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Unlike most sports cars, the RX-8 has a rear seat that adults can get into (using rear doors) and fit into. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Head room is low with sunroof see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Ok for small women and children. Not really made for full sized male adults see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
it is POSSIBLE to fit an adult in the back...but really anyone over 10-12 years old will be uncomfortable. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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