Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 206 kW@6300 336 Nm@5000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 198 kW@5600 395 Nm@4000 |
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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 | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,671 mm | 4,765 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,709 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,715 kg | 1,984 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 80 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,016 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,013 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 869 mm | 86 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 932 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 1,118 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 714 mm | 81 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,659 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 467 L | -209 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 1,393 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 2,243 L | 0 L |
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 |
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 |