Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 118.1 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 200.8 in | -16.9 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 77.6 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 71.5 in | -4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3781 lb. | 4367 lb. | -586 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 42.1 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 64.5 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.3 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.8 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 41.6 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 63.2 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 66.0 in | -10.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.7 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 40.0 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 61.2 in | -7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 49.6 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 40.5 in | -9.2 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -10.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -26 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 63.6 ft3 | -26.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -35.9 ft3 |
2011 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 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 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 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 |
2011 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 |
2014 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Here's the main reason I bought this van: my kids! Of all the vans we tested, they believed the second and third row seats were the most comfortable. Some may laugh at the boxy shape and fat rear end of the Quest, but the reason it's designed that way is because it maximizes interior room. I'm 6'1" (taller in the torso than legs) and even I think the van is spacious when I sit in the third row. The head and shoulder room is incredible. The seats are all very comfortable. The soft suspension makes riding as a passenger a pleasure. So, despite all the shortcomings I mention in this review, in my opinion, the Quest tops all the competitors in the category of passenger and driver comfort. The pleasing and luxurious interior materials contribute to this. Too bad the production of this iteration of the Quest appears to be in its final chapter. see full Nissan Quest review |