Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.0L H6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6600 219 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.2 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 189.8 in | -5.9 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 73.9 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 66.4 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3935 lb. | 4155 lb. | -220 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 58.1 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.0 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.2 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 57.5 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 54.6 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 34.3 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 36.2 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 51.3 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 43.3 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 30.9 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 37.6 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 74.4 ft3 | -1.9 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 |
2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough head room see full Subaru B9 Tribeca review |