Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.2 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 187.6 in | -3.7 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 72.8 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 72.4 in | -5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3781 lb. | 4373 lb. | -592 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 58.3 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.5 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.9 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 58.4 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 57.6 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 34.2 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 36.7 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 57.1 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 44.0 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 28.1 in | 3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 5.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -7.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 49.2 ft3 | -12.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2013 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 |
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 |