Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 121.1 in | -14.4 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 200.6 in | -19.9 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 76.0 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 72.4 in | -4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4083 lb. | 5346 lb. | -1263 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 58.3 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 40.3 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 40.6 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 58.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 0.0 in | 58 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 39.5 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -35.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.7 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 | 43.8 ft3 | -12.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.4 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -16.9 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2010 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |