Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Pontiac Montana SV6 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,076 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,671 mm | 5,222 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,829 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,709 mm | 1,829 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,635 kg | 1,985 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 95 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,011 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 988 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,554 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 988 mm | -33 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 968 mm | -36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 1,234 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 919 mm | -124 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,921 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 762 L | -504 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 2,110 L | -1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 3,865 L | -1 L |
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 |
2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats are very comfortable and roomy compared to the Chrysler Town and Country see full Pontiac Montana SV6 review |