Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 99.4 in | 6.9 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 176.6 in | 7.3 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 68.3 in | 5.9 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 65.0 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3935 lb. | 3350 lb. | 585 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 53.5 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 51.6 in | 4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.6 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 53.6 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 51.6 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 33.7 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 0.0 in | 44.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | 32.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 | -22.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 32.0 | 5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 | 14.8 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 |
2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review |
2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review |