Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,741 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,590 mm | 4,780 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,669 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,859 kg | 1,608 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 70 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,496 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,092 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,483 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,473 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 960 mm | -43 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,052 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 898 L | 971 L | -73 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,880 L | 2,019 L | -1 L |
2008 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2010 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Impressed with the seat comfort/adjustability/durability. 12+hours in the chair is no problem. see full Subaru Outback review |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Wide space with lots of shoulder, hip, leg and head room. Seats are comfy too without being decadent. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The driver's seat with its 10 way adjustments was rival to Volvo's orthopedic chair. The passenger seat, however was akin to something out of a Yaris & this was the main reason we did not buy this car. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
This is a big one for me since I'm 6'6". The seat is very comfortable, even with my long legs. With it all the way back, I can fit in the rear seat as well. Also, heated seats are a wonderful thing. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
It seems to have as much room as my Chevy Suburban. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
More then enough room for my children and their car seats. Much more room compared to my VW Passat Wagon I traded in. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There are no adjustements for height, lumbar or tilt for the passenger in any of the available trim levels. We would have bought this car new from the dealer otherwise. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
One complaint is the hard, short driver's seat. I use a gel cushion. I had after market leather installed. see full Subaru Outback review |