Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.7 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 181.1 in | 2.8 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 71.5 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 66.3 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 3935 lb. | 3680 lb. | 255 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.8 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 57.1 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 53.8 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.8 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 55.3 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.4 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 37.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 52.6 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 43.3 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 30.0 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 37.2 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -0.5 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 |
2011 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |