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2012 Kia Sorento and 2012 Nissan Armada Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Sorento | Nissan Armada | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 317 hp@4900 385 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,129 mm | -1 mm |
| Length | 4,671 mm | 5,276 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,885 mm | 2,014 mm | -1 mm |
| Height | 1,709 mm | 1,961 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,715 kg | 2,405 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 106 L | -31 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,041 mm | 995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,651 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,557 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,016 mm | 995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,651 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,544 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,064 mm | 954 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 912 mm | 20 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 1,240 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 818 mm | -23 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,944 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 566 L | -308 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 1,606 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 2,750 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Armada
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