Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6400 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 114.2 in | -7.9 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 197.2 in | -13.3 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 77.2 in | -3 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 69.6 in | -2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3935 lb. | 4290 lb. | -355 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 19.5 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 42.2 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 60.7 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 56.8 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.4 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 60.4 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 56.1 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 41.7 in | -4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 37.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 57.1 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 42.0 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 30.7 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | -4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 47.8 ft3 | -10.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 79.8 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
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 |
2013 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Adults will easily fit in both back rows if the second row is adjusted midway through its travel, but they won't be very comfortable. Total legroom for all three rows is a generous 114.7 inches, 3.4 more than in the larger GMC Acadia. But as in the Acadia, the second row seat is too low to provide adults with proper thigh support. The Ford Flex is the champ in this area, while the new Santa Fe also puts in a strong showing. The seat cushion itself feels more substantial than that in the Acadia, but the GMC can fit three people in the third row (as can the Pilot). Only two can sit back there in the Pathfinder. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.