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Kia Sorento (2012) vs. Nissan Altima (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Kia Sorento and 2020 Nissan Altima specs.

2012 Kia Sorento and 2020 Nissan Altima Specifications

Model Year 2012 2020  
Model Kia Sorento Nissan Altima  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
276 hp@6300
248 lb-ft@5000
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
248 hp@5600
280 lb-ft@1600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic CVT  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,824 mm 0 mm
Length 4,671 mm 4,900 mm 0 mm
Width 1,885 mm 1,852 mm 0 mm
Height 1,709 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,715 kg 1,559 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 75 L 61 L 14 L
Headroom, Row 1 996 mm 996 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,506 mm 1,478 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,430 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,113 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 937 mm 59 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,491 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 894 mm 61 mm
Headroom, Row 3 932 mm 0 mm 932 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,367 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,128 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 795 mm 0 mm 795 mm
Total Legroom 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 258 L 436 L -178 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,048 L 15.4 -14.4 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,053 L 15.4 -13.4 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review
2012 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
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review
 

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