Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 195 kW@6000 353 Nm@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,590 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,859 kg | 1,935 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 73 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,496 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,483 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,473 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 973 mm | -56 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 922 mm | -922 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 742 mm | -742 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 898 L | 292 L | 606 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 | 1,198 L | 30.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,880 L | 2,701 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 |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |