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2013 Kia Sorento and 2008 Toyota Avalon Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Sorento | Toyota Avalon | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,819 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,671 mm | 5,009 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,885 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,709 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,715 kg | 1,585 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 70 L | 5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 986 mm | 10 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 953 mm | 43 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,039 mm | 954 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) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 408 L | -150 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 14.4 | -13.4 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 14.4 | -12.4 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 2008 Toyota Avalon
| 2008 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2008 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |
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