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2013 Kia Sorento and 2009 Subaru Outback Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Sorento | Subaru Outback | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,670 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,671 mm | 4,793 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,885 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,709 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,785 kg | 1,635 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 64 L | 11 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,029 mm | 995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 993 mm | 3 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 861 mm | 94 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 0 mm | 932 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 0 mm | 795 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 949 L | -691 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 33.5 | -32.5 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 1,875 L | 1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Sorento
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Subaru Outback
| 2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | 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 |
| 2009 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 |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |
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