Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 112.2 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 184.5 in | -3.8 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 71.8 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 76.0 in | -7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4098 lb. | 5510 lb. | -1412 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 25.4 gal. | -4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 42.2 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 53.7 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 51.5 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 52.5 in | -9.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 40.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 56.3 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 53.9 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 41.9 in | -5.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 94.4 in (over 2 rows) | -15.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.7 ft3 | 45.2 ft3 | -13.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.4 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 | -13.1 ft3 |
2008 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.