Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | 4WD, part-time w/low range | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 112.2 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 187.6 in | -6.9 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 72.8 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 72.4 in | -4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4289 lb. | 4629 lb. | -340 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.0 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 58.3 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 55.5 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.9 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 58.4 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 57.6 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 34.2 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.1 in | -28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -26 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.7 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 | 49.2 ft3 | -17.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.4 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -12.8 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 |
2007 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |