Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Nissan Quest | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 124.0 in | -17.7 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 204.1 in | -20.2 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 77.6 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 71.9 in | -4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3605 lb. | 4291 lb. | -686 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 41.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 63.7 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 65.6 in | -9.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 41.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 66.2 in | -7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 67.4 in | -11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 42.1 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 37.6 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 61.6 in | -7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 50.0 in | -5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 39.6 in | -8.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -13.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -23.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 87.7 ft3 | -50.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -73.2 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 Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |